Chef Roberto Gutierrez was featured in this month’s issue of Food Industry News! Check out his Chef Profile below and make sure to congratulate him next time you see him!
Roberto Gutierrez
Beloit Club
2327 S Riverside Dr.
Beloit, WI 53511
Birthplace:
Michoacán, Mexico
Current Position:
Head Chef, Beloit Club
First Foodservice Job:
Grill person at 1855 Saloon and Grill, Cottage Grove, WI.
Awards/Honors:
I received second place at the oyster contest at the Navy Pair on October 19, 2018.
Memorable Customers:
Diane Hendricks.
Favorite Food:
I love to mix ingredients and explore the outcomes so I would say my favorite thing to cook is seafood. There are so many ways to prepare it and it always has a very happy ending.
Worst Part of Job:
Time away from family.
Most Humorous Kitchen Mishap:
While prepping for an event, I misread the date and I prepped all the food for an event that wasn’t scheduled until the following week.
What part of the job gives you the most pleasure?
Being able to see the reaction of members/customers after they try my food.
If you couldn’t be a chef, what would you be, and why?
Private investigator. I like to work alone, I like to drive, and lastly, I like having the opportunity to prove who I am and what I am capable of.
Best advice you ever got was…
Every day is an opportunity to better yourself.
Where do you like to vacation?
Miami, Florida
Other than family, who was your greatest culinary influence?
My co-workers.