Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Gustavo Contreras

Antioch

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager/sous Chef

Cantina Jacks
06.2024 - 08.2025
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.

Shift Lead/ Jr Sous Chef

Crescent Bistro
12.2022 - 07.2024
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.

Kitchen Manager

Gyu Kaku
02.2021 - 07.2022
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely and accurate food delivery.

Education

Antioch High School
Antioch, IL

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Goal setting
  • Menu development

Timeline

Kitchen Manager/sous Chef

Cantina Jacks
06.2024 - 08.2025

Shift Lead/ Jr Sous Chef

Crescent Bistro
12.2022 - 07.2024

Kitchen Manager

Gyu Kaku
02.2021 - 07.2022

Antioch High School
Gustavo Contreras