Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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Alexander Gomez

Chicago

Summary

Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

Gemini
Chicago
04.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
  • Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
  • Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.
  • Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.

Sous Chef

Eden
Chicago
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
  • Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.

Sous Chef

Federales
Chicago
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
  • Enforced portion control guidelines to minimize costs associated with overproduction.
  • Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
  • Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
  • Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.

Education

Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL
01.2014

NorthTown Academy
01.2012

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Food production
  • Kitchen management
  • Scheduling management
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Knife skills

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • Managers Serv safe

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sous Chef

Gemini
04.2024 - Current

Sous Chef

Eden
01.2022 - 01.2023

Sous Chef

Federales
01.2019 - 01.2022

Wilbur Wright College

NorthTown Academy
Alexander Gomez