Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
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PABLO SIERRA

London,ON

Summary

Dynamic and innovative Spanish chef with 8 years of experience in leading kitchens and crafting exceptional culinary experiences. Adept at blending traditional Spanish flavors with contemporary techniques to create unique and memorable dishes. Proven track record of managing kitchen operations, training staff, and maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene. I bring a rich cultural perspective and a deep understanding of diverse cuisines to every culinary project.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

Craft Farmacy
London, Ontario
10.2023 - Current
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
  • Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.

Head Chef

River Room
London, Ontario
12.2023 - 03.2024
  • Analyzed financial data related to labor costs, inventory expenses, and menu pricing changes, making recommendations as needed.
  • Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
  • Assisted in developing marketing strategies aimed at increasing restaurant revenue.
  • Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.

Prep Cook

North Moore Catering
London, Ontario
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.

Banquet Chef

The London Club
London, Ontario
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed menus and recipes for special events according to client specifications.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate banquet services for large groups or functions.
  • Assisted in training new employees in the proper methods of food preparation, presentation and sanitation protocols.

Line Cook

The London Club
London, Ontario
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed new features, appetizers and soups daily.
  • Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.

Line Cook

Bugao
Ceuta, Spain
06.2020 - 12.2020
  • We earned a Repsol Sun award in 2020.

Sous Chef

La Gran Pulperia
Madrid, Spain
11.2019 - 05.2020
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
  • Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.

Line Cook

LATERAL
Madrid, Spain
05.2019 - 10.2019

Line Cook

El Ronquio
Ceuta, Spain
06.2018 - 09.2018

Education

Major Degree - Culinary Management

IES Almina
Ceuta, Spain
06-2019

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Philology

Universidad Complutense
Madrid, Spain
06-2017

Skills

  • Food Safety
  • Recipe creation
  • Supply Management
  • Team Coordination
  • Quality Control
  • Time Management
  • Highly motivated
  • Crew training

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
French
Limited

Accomplishments

  • Distinguished Club Elite in 2022, working @ The London Club.
  • Repsol Sun Award in 2020, working @ El Bugao.

Certification

  • Food Handler Certificate

Timeline

Head Chef

River Room
12.2023 - 03.2024

Line Cook

Craft Farmacy
10.2023 - Current

Prep Cook

North Moore Catering
10.2023 - 12.2023

Banquet Chef

The London Club
09.2023 - 12.2023

Line Cook

The London Club
11.2021 - 11.2022

Line Cook

Bugao
06.2020 - 12.2020

Sous Chef

La Gran Pulperia
11.2019 - 05.2020

Line Cook

LATERAL
05.2019 - 10.2019

Line Cook

El Ronquio
06.2018 - 09.2018

Major Degree - Culinary Management

IES Almina

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Philology

Universidad Complutense
PABLO SIERRA