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Brandon Esteban Buitrago Garzon

Melbourne,Flemington

Summary

Detail-oriented and reliable Cook / Sous Chef with extensive experience in international cuisines, fast-paced kitchens, and high-volume service. Strong background in food safety, kitchen operations, and team collaboration. Able to maintain consistency, quality, and efficiency under pressure. Currently on a student visa and available to work after 12:00 pm on weekdays and fully available on weekends.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Cabra Andaluz
Medellín, Poblado
12.2024 - 12.2025

• Operated kitchen equipment including grills, ovens, fryers, and Josper safely and efficiently.
• Prepared dishes following established recipes and quality standards.
• Maintained strict food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assisted with inventory control and stock rotation.
• Supported the kitchen team during high-demand service periods.
• Cuisine focus: Mediterranean cuisine, grill, Josper, sous vide, Rational oven.

Sous Chef

WAN
Medellín, Provenza
02.2024 - 11.2024

• Assisted the Head Chef in menu planning and recipe development.
• Managed inventory and placed supply orders to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Trained new kitchen staff in food safety standards and cooking techniques.
• Monitored food presentation, consistency, and portion control.
• Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service.
• Conducted line checks to ensure food was held at safe temperatures.
• Cuisine focus: Asian, Peruvian, and Colombian cuisine; Robata grill, sous vide, Rational oven.

Cook

La cantina La gloria
Medellín, Sabaneta
01.2023 - 12.2023

• Prepared dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Operated grills, fryers, and kitchen griddles according to safety guidelines.
• Ensured cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations.
• Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient service flow.
• Cuisine focus: Mexican cuisine.

Cook

Gabriela laboratorio de cocina
Medellín, Sabaneta
04.2022 - 12.2022

• Contributed to the creation and development of innovative dishes.
• Applied molecular cuisine techniques and modern plating methods.
• Maintained food safety standards and kitchen organization.
• Cuisine focus: Colombian signature cuisine and molecular gastronomy.

Cook

Hotel the charlee
Medellín, Poblado
10.2021 - 03.2022

• Supported high-volume hotel kitchen operations.
• Prepared dishes with consistency and attention to presentation.
• Assisted with inventory checks and ingredient quality control.
• Maintained a clean and organized workstation.

Cook

Chiclayo cocina peruana
Medellín, Envigado
10.2020 - 09.2021

• Prepared traditional Peruvian dishes using authentic recipes and fresh ingredients.
• Operated grills, fryers, and ovens efficiently.
• Maintained high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
• Delivered consistent quality during daily service.
• Cuisine focus: Traditional Peruvian food.

Education

Diploma in international cuisine -

Cefit
Medellín
01-2020

High School Diploma -

Manuel Uribe Angel
Medellín
01-2020

Skills

Food preparation & dish execution
Kitchen equipment operation (grill, fryers, ovens, Josper, Rational oven)
Food safety & sanitation standards
Menu planning & recipe development
Team collaboration & communication
Inventory control & stock management
Time management in fast-paced environments
Quality control & presentation
Multitasking & workflow organization
International cuisine techniques

Timeline

Cook

Cabra Andaluz
12.2024 - 12.2025

Sous Chef

WAN
02.2024 - 11.2024

Cook

La cantina La gloria
01.2023 - 12.2023

Cook

Gabriela laboratorio de cocina
04.2022 - 12.2022

Cook

Hotel the charlee
10.2021 - 03.2022

Cook

Chiclayo cocina peruana
10.2020 - 09.2021

Diploma in international cuisine -

Cefit

High School Diploma -

Manuel Uribe Angel
Brandon Esteban Buitrago Garzon