NATHANIEL LOPEZ

1855 Monterey Dr. Livermore, CA 94551

925.989.3269 nathanlopez.rd@gmail.com

PROFILE

EDUCATION

San Francisco State University

BS in Dietetics

GPA 3.25

San Francisco, CA

2012 - 2015

Las Positas Junior College

AA with emphasis on Math and Science

GPA 3.5

Livermore, CA

2008-2012

California Culinary Academy

AA in Culinary Arts

GPA 3.34

San Francisco, CA

2006-2007

EXPERIENCE

Dedicated professional with an interest in childhood nutrition

Enthusiastic, focused, organized leader who works well in group environments
Thorough knowledge of special needs diets and overall nutrition
Passionate about all aspects of the culinary industry with an emphasis on nutrition

Nathans Nutrition
Pleasanton, CA
2014 - current
Owner

Perform private chef services for expecting and surrogate mothers through West Coast Surrogacy

Nutrition consultation for world renowned video game sports team

Financial and marketing management for small business

Buddys Bites and Brews
Hayward, CA
Consulting Chef

Streamlined kitchen efficiency and timing

Assisted the head chef in learning his new role

Trained staff on culinary basics

Acted as fill-in cook when necessary

2013

Balanced Beings
San Francisco, CA
2013
Volunteer

Worked in a group of four to educate kindergarten classes on the importance of nutrition through song, dance,
book readings, and activities
The VA Medical Facility
San Francisco, CA
Volunteer

Interacted with patients on food preferences and nutrition history

Performed light nutrition consultation

Prepared nutrition based newsletters

Input and retrieved patient information from database

2013

The Vista Room

San Francisco, CA
Kitchen Manager

Instructed new students on basic cooking techniques

Maintained proper flow and utilization of product

Collaborated with the chef on new recipe ideas and ordering

Edited menus

2013

The Ritz-Carlton - Parallel 37

San Francisco, CA
2009-2012
Cook 3

Trained new employees and externs in food quality standards and levels of cleanliness

Received frequent recognition for going above and beyond company standards of excellence

Created menus focused on local product

Created schedules

The Ritz-Carlton
San Francisco, CA
Cook 4

Maintained and adhered to high standards of food quality

Ensured high levels of cleanliness and sanitation

Cooked 300-500 meals a day on average

Gimanellis
Cook/Sales Associate
Pleasanton, CA

Responsible for contracting new clients for catered events

Managed daily quality of customer service

Additional responsibilities included managing cash control and inventory

Cooked for catered events of 25-200 people

2007-2009

2007-2008

Le Celedon
Dublin, CA
2007
Sous Chef

Maintained proper kitchen cleanliness

Controlled inventory flow for a new restaurant

Trained new hires on front of the house standards as well as kitchen basics in French and Vietnamese Food
Cyrils Kitchen
San Francisco, CA
2007
Lead Line Cook

Ensured highest standards of cleanliness and food quality for bistro style restaurant

Planned, prepped and taught students technique for each menu item for food station
Safeway
Dublin, CA
Food Clerk

Responsible for scanning and pricing customers grocery orders

Maintained exceptional levels of customer service

Additional responsibilities included cash control and inventory

SKILLS

ACHIEVMENTS

2005-2006

Light conversational Spanish

Menu development and cost control
Scheduling
Basic knowledge in VistA Health Information Technology

ServeSafe Certified, 2011-2016

Received multiple recognition for strong customer service, including the Ritzs coveted 5-star nomination.
Semi-Finalist in Safeways next chef competition, for their Open Nature product line
Perform food and cooking demonstrations for local colleges, elementary schools, and other venues
Elected board member of the Bay Area Dietetics Association representing San Francisco State Universitys
Student Dietetics Association, 2013 2014
Public Policy Ambassador for senate district 7 and assembly district 16 advocating for the field of dietetics in
the state of California, 2013 current