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Enrique Gonzalez

@EnriqueGonzalez

Experienced Chef Specializing in High-Quality Culinary Operations

Miami, United States
Available in 1 month
Job Preferences
Sole Chef+2

About

I am a passionate chef with over 15 years of international culinary experience, known for my professionalism and strong work ethic. I thrive in service-driven environments and am committed to creating memorable dining experiences.

Personal Details

Age35 years
GenderMale

Career Objective

To leverage my extensive culinary skills and experience in high-pressure environments to deliver exceptional dining experiences on luxury yachts and private residences.

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy travel and cultural exploration, extreme sports, street markets, photography, fitness, and learning new languages.

Experience

Sole Chef

Jan 2025 - Aug 2025
M/Y A+

Responsible for full culinary operations onboard. In charge of provisioning, budget control, and menu planning adapted to guest and charter preferences. I cook daily for 7 crew members and up to 12 guests, including managing dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests while ensuring high-quality service and presentation.

Head Chef

Apr 2023 - Jan 2025
M/Y Mercy

Led all culinary operations onboard, overseeing provisioning, nutrition planning, and daily meal execution for 9 crew and up to 14 guests. Ensured budget control, inventory management, and food safety standards while delivering high-quality dining experiences.

Head Chef

Aug 2022 - Jan 2023
M/Y Clarity

Directed the galley with a focus on quality, efficiency, and guest satisfaction, preparing daily meals for 9 crew and up to 14 guests. Oversaw provisioning, vendor coordination, and cost-effective purchasing while maintaining an organized and spotless galley.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Food Hygiene Level III
Food Hygiene Level II
Ships Cook Certificate
Culinary Trained

Languages

SpanishNative
EnglishFluent
ItalianConversational

References

4 references

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