Sergio Aguirre
Dallas,TX
Summary
Passionate Chef skilled in menu creation, kitchen staff management and culinary direction. Creative and artistic professional recognized for upholding highest standards and developing compelling seasonal menus.
Skilled Chef de Cuisine with background in fine dining and high-volume establishments. Possess strong knowledge of culinary arts, menu development, kitchen management and food safety standards. Noteworthy ability to provide leadership in fast-paced environments while producing high-quality cuisine. Proven track record of improving overall guest satisfaction through creation of innovative menus and dishes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Cuisine
Knox bistro
Dallas, TX
02.2024 - Current
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure fresh ingredients were available for daily operations.
- Developed and implemented new menu items to meet customer needs.
- Conducted regular tastings to evaluate flavor profiles of dishes.
- Developed strategies to increase efficiency in the kitchen.
- Trained new hires in proper kitchen procedures.
- Managed all kitchen employees, including bussers, dishwashers and waitstaff.
Executive Chef
El Carlos Elegante
Dallas, TX
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Performed financial analysis and recommended effective methods to cut costs.
- Assisted in employee recruitment, hiring and interview processes.
- Handled employee discipline and termination to address policy infractions.
Executive Sous Chef
The Charles Restaurant
Dallas, TX
04.2018 - 08.2022
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Supervised several BOH staff members and delivered mentorship to strengthen kitchen skills.
Executive Sous Chef
Flora Street
Dallas, TX
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor and unique visual appeal.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
Sous Chef
Stephen Pyles
Dallas, TX
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
- Directed staff in restaurant kitchen and field to maintain department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget.
- Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.
Sous Chef
Bijou Restaurant
Dallas, TX
08.2010 - 02.2015
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
Education
Woodrow Wilson High School
Dallas, TXSkills
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Vendor Relations
- Staff Scheduling
- Order Management
- Recipe Development
- Inventory Management
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Fluent in Spanish
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine
Knox bistro
02.2024 - Current
Executive Chef
El Carlos Elegante
08.2022 - 03.2023
Executive Sous Chef
The Charles Restaurant
04.2018 - 08.2022
Executive Sous Chef
Flora Street
02.2016 - 02.2018
Sous Chef
Stephen Pyles
02.2015 - 02.2016
Sous Chef
Bijou Restaurant
08.2010 - 02.2015
Woodrow Wilson High School