Juan Diego Chauca
North Vancouver,British Columbia
Summary
Dedicated and passionate culinary professional with over two years of kitchen supervision experience, excelling in both leadership and hands-on execution at OEB Breakfast and Earls. As a Lead Cook at OEB and Closing Sous at Earls, I have rapidly advanced due to my strong leadership, adaptability, and commitment to excellence. . The food industry is not just my career—it’s my calling. I am eager to bring my willingness to learn, and dedication to a fine dining environment where I can further elevate my skills and contribute to an outstanding culinary team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Closing Sous Chef
Earls
Burnaby, British Columbia
10.2024 - Current
- Promoted from Line Cook to Closing Sous within a few months due to strong learning ability and passion for the role.
- Managed restaurant logouts, including labor calculations and employee clock-outs, ensuring smooth shift transitions.
- Ensured the kitchen was closed to the highest standards, overseeing cleaning, organization, and food storage.
- Collaborated with kitchen and front-of-house teams to maintain efficiency and food quality during peak hours.
Lead Cook
OEB Breakfast Co.
North Vancouver, British Columbia
05.2024 - Current
- Mastered all kitchen stations (egg, flat top, garde manger, expo, and call) to ensure versatility and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
- Played a key role in training new hires, teaching kitchen processes, station management, and food safety standards.
- Conducted weekly product counts and managed inventory to reduce waste and maintain supply levels.
- Prioritized cleanliness and adhered to safety standards, maintaining a safe and organized kitchen.
Kitchen Supervisor
White Spot
North Vancouver, British Columbia
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations, maintaining high food quality and strict safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, stock counting, product ordering and troubleshooting.
- Gained valuable managerial experience and insights into restaurant operations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
University Canada West
Vancouver, None01-2024
Skills
- Plating
- Station oversight
- Dish preparation
- Communication
- Food safety
- Kitchen operations
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Spanish
Certification
- Serving It Right
- Standard First Aid
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Closing Sous Chef
Earls
10.2024 - Current
Lead Cook
OEB Breakfast Co.
05.2024 - Current
Kitchen Supervisor
White Spot
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Serving It Right
- Standard First Aid
Associate of Arts - Business
University Canada West
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