Ivan Ruiz
Los Angeles
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
Global cuisine
Los Angeles, CA
08.2008 - Current
- Led a team of XX culinary professionals in the creation and execution of innovative menus, resulting in increased customer satisfaction by XX%
- Developed and implemented cost-effective strategies to optimize food purchasing, reducing expenses by XX% while maintaining high quality standards
- Oversaw kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating presentations to consistently deliver exceptional dining experiences
- Created and standardized recipes for consistent quality across multiple locations
- Collaborated with restaurant management team to develop seasonal menus that showcased local ingredients while meeting customer preferences
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to coordinate timing of courses for optimal guest experience during busy service periods
Head Chef
Doughboys bakery
West Hollywood, CA
10.1998 - 09.2005
- Developed innovative menu items, incorporating seasonal ingredients and unique flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience
- Collaborated with suppliers to source fresh and high-quality ingredients while negotiating favorable pricing agreements
- Created and updated recipes, standardizing cooking techniques and portion sizes for consistency across all menu items
- Trained kitchen staff on proper food handling procedures, maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment at all times
- Managed inventory levels, conducting regular audits to monitor stock levels and prevent shortages or overstocking
- Global cuisine catering
Skills
- Leadership
- Menu design
- Catering chef experience
- International cuisine
- Food safety management
- Pastry experience
- Inventory management
- Cost management
- Kitchen organization
Certification
- Driver's License
- Food Handler Certification
- Foodservice Management Professional (FMP)
- Food Safety Manager Certification
- ServSafe
Timeline
Executive Chef
Global cuisine
08.2008 - Current
Head Chef
Doughboys bakery
10.1998 - 09.2005