Chef Gabriel, a Los Angeles native, is deeply intertwined with the city’s vibrant culinary scene. After earning an Associate Degree in Culinary Arts from the Art Institute of Los Angeles, Gabriel embarked on his culinary career at The Bazaar by José Andrés at the SLS Hotel. His skills were honed under the mentorship of Chef José Andrés’s Think Food Group, where he spent three enriching years.
Seeking to expand his culinary horizon, Gabriel traveled to Spain for a year. There, he worked with esteemed chefs such as Quim Márquez at Suquet De L’Almirall, Pepe Tomate, and El Quim de la Boqueria, significantly broadening his culinary repertoire.
Upon returning to the U.S., Gabriel joined Chef Neil Fraser’s team at Redbird in Downtown LA, where he refined his culinary techniques. He later enhanced his professional development at Katsuya Group, gaining further experience in the culinary field.
Before his tenure with the MINA Group, Gabriel was a key figure at the h.wood Group in Los Angeles, taking on various leadership roles across multiple venues, including The Nice Guy, Harriet’s, and Mason in Santa Monica. His leadership was pivotal in launching new restaurants and managing a venue favored by Hollywood’s elite and celebrities.
Most recently, Chef Gabriel took on the role of Executive Sous Chef at Bourbon Steak Los Angeles. In this capacity, he has played a crucial role in the restaurant’s achievements, navigating through the challenges of the pandemic era.