Enrique Gutierrez
Los Angeles
Summary
Results-driven Production Manager with 4+ years of experience leading high-volume operations, developing employees, and improving production efficiency in fast-paced environments. Skilled in team leadership, production planning, quality assurance, inventory management, and process improvement. Recognized for building productive teams, maintaining high operational standards, and driving continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Production Manager
Just Food For Dogs
07.2022 - 06.2026
- Led daily operations of a high-volume production kitchen, ensuring products were prepared efficiently while meeting company quality and food safety standards.
- Supervised, trained, and coached a team of employees, fostering accountability, productivity, and a positive work environment.
- Created and managed employee schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels while controlling labor costs.
- Monitored production goals and key performance indicators (KPIs), implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and meet daily targets.
- Conducted quality assurance checks and internal audits to ensure compliance with company policies, food safety regulations, and operational standards.
- Managed inventory levels, coordinated supply needs, and minimized waste to support cost-effective operations.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to address operational challenges, improve workflows, and maintain consistent production performance.
- Trained new hires and developed existing team members to improve performance, consistency, and overall team success.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safety-focused workplace while ensuring all health and sanitation requirements were consistently met.
Hospitality Team Member
Tender Greens
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service by assisting guests with orders, processing transactions accurately, and ensuring a positive dining experience.
- Prepared and cooked proteins according to company recipes and food safety standards to ensure consistent quality.
- Accurately weighed and portioned meats to meet company specifications and maintain portion control.
- Assembled and served food orders while maintaining speed, presentation, and accuracy during high-volume service periods.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation in compliance with health and food safety regulations.
Customer Service Manager
Star Market
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Led customer service team to enhance service quality and improve customer satisfaction metrics.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and standards for exceptional service delivery.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, reducing response times and enhancing communication.
- Established key performance indicators to measure team effectiveness and drive accountability among staff members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cambridge Rindge & Latin
Cambridge, MASkills
- Team leadership
- Employee coaching
- Production planning
- Quality assurance
- Conflict resolution
- Labor scheduling
- Operations management
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Kitchen Production Manager
Just Food For Dogs
07.2022 - 06.2026
Hospitality Team Member
Tender Greens
01.2021 - 07.2022
Customer Service Manager
Star Market
03.2018 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Cambridge Rindge & Latin