John Gutierrez
Loveland
Summary
Chef with a proven track record in high-pressure kitchen environments. Adept at creating innovative dishes, ensuring quality, and maintaining high hygiene standards. Strong emphasis on teamwork and adaptability, consistently delivering excellent results in dynamic settings. Skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and staff training.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Door 222
01.2021 - 06.2025
- Lead kitchen operations for a high-volume, upscale New American restaurant with a focus on seasonality.
- Executed rotating menus and special events.
- Elevated kitchen systems and standards to align with modern fine dining expectations.
- Crafted unique dishes that significantly increased restaurant reputation and customer base.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless dining experiences for guests.
Chef De Cuisine
Chimney Park Restaurant
07.2015 - 12.2020
- Directed multi-course tasting menus focused on technique, sustainability, and presentation.
- Researched emerging culinary trends, integrating new concepts into restaurant offerings for competitive advantage.
- Increased overall food quality by sourcing premium ingredients from local and trusted purveyors.
- Earned accolades from the press, leading to increased reservations and greater visibility for the restaurant by consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences for guests.
Line Cook
Chimney Park
12.2011 - 06.2015
Education
Thompson Valley High School
Loveland, COSkills
- Menu development
- ServSafe certification
- Hiring, training, and development
- Kitchen management
- Catering and events
- Purchasing
- Food preparing, plating, and presentation
- Food and beverage pairing
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Executive Chef
Door 222
01.2021 - 06.2025
Chef De Cuisine
Chimney Park Restaurant
07.2015 - 12.2020
Line Cook
Chimney Park
12.2011 - 06.2015
Thompson Valley High School
Similar Profiles
Melissa LewisMelissa Lewis
Server at Door 222Server at Door 222
Horatio DawsonHoratio Dawson
Volunteer at Penn Hills VFD Station 222Volunteer at Penn Hills VFD Station 222
Jessica BarrJessica Barr
Waitress/Bartender at 222 Ale HouseWaitress/Bartender at 222 Ale House
Mandy ChynowethMandy Chynoweth
Personal Banker at FNBOPersonal Banker at FNBO
ETHAN MALONEYETHAN MALONEY
Crew Member at Chipotle RestaurantCrew Member at Chipotle Restaurant