Cati Gómez – Spanish Cortadora Profesional de Jamón
Craftsmanship, independence and a professional appearance at events and international trade fairs
Since completing her professional training in Spain over 13 years ago, Cati Gómez has continuously developed her expertise in the jamón craft. This training forms the foundation of her technical knowledge, cutting skills, and product insight, which she actively develops in her daily practice.
From its base in the Netherlands, Cati continues to develop its expertise internationally. Through event projects, collaborations, and ongoing specialization, its knowledge and experience grow alongside its professional activities.
As an independent entrepreneur, Cati Gómez is building her international practice from the Netherlands in the event, hospitality, and food sectors. In this context, she collaborates with brands, importers, and organizers, combining craftsmanship, product knowledge, and presentation.
She regularly fulfills the role of brand ambassador, provides product demos for producers and importers and actively contributes to brand presentation and professional product positioning at international trade fairs and events.
In addition to her work at events and international fairs Cati is active in education and training within the jamón industry. She guides professionals, companies, and teams with practical knowledge of product characteristics, cutting techniques, presentation, and quality perception.
As an independent specialist, she works independently of brands and tailors her efforts to the target group, context and positioning — from corporate environments and trade fairs to specialized training courses and exclusive private settings.
In her daily practice, Cati works primarily with Spanish jamón varieties such as Jamón Ibérico, DOP Teruel, and Serrano, supplemented with carefully selected international specialties like high-quality Italian prosciutto. The product selection is always tailored to the client's concept, brand story, and desired image.
Cortadora de Jamón for suppliers
As an independent cortadora de jamón and experienced brand ambassador, Cati Gómez proudly represents suppliers, importers and producers of Spanish jamón — including ibérico, serrano, D.O.P. Teruel and I.G.P. Trevélez — as well as Italian prosciutto producers at international trade fairs, tastings and culinary events throughout the Benelux and beyond.
Through live carving, storytelling and professional product presentation, she helps brands strengthen their positioning and communicate authenticity with impact.
Cati connects ham culture and product knowledge with business objectives, helping brands strengthen their positioning through professionalism, passion and respect for the craft.
Van der Zee
Partner of Hanos
Tastetree
Medallion Topvlees
The Good Tierra
Dolce Forte
Monarti
Fontijn
Meat & Meat products
Hanos
Your company here?
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Cortadora for Jamón producers
Capa Negra
Consorcio de Jabugo
La Estrella del Jamón
DOP De Teruel Ham
Fisan
Ibéricos since 1920
Estrella de Castilla
Ibéricos Calderon y Ramos
959 Ibérico
Consorcio de Jabugo
Señorio de Montanera
Pdo Dehesa de Extremadura
¿Quieres que Cati represente tu marca y corte tu jamón internacionalmente?
contacta:
info@catigomez.nl
Cortadora for Prosciutto crudo producers
Ruliano Perex Suctum
Prosciutto crudo Ruliano
Prosciutto crudi
Ruliano IT – Riano di Langhirano
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Live ham carving and on-site product presentation for events and exhibitions
Cati Gómez supports companies and event professionals with live ham carving and on-site product presentation at fairs, corporate events and premium hospitality settings. She works as an independent freelance cortadora de jamón and can seamlessly operate with ham supplied by your own importer or distributor.
Thanks to her in-depth knowledge of Spanish jamón and Italian prosciutto, Cati delivers a refined, accurate and professional performance adapted to the specific context of each event. She collaborates smoothly with existing teams, actively contributes to event planning and remains flexible within complex event logistics.
For organisations without in-house expertise, Cati also provides strategic support. She advises on product selection, presentation and the role of ham within the overall event concept — ensuring quality, visual impact and a smooth execution. Plan your event
Cortador vs Cortadora
In international contexts, the Spanish term cortador refers to the professional craft of artisanal ham carving and presentation. Cati Gómez practises this profession as a cortadora de jamón — the female designation — having completed official training in Spain and accumulated thirteen years of hands-on experience at international events and exhibitions.
Official cortadora de jamón with Spanish training and recognition
Cati Gómez is an official member of the Spanish National Association of Ham Carvers (ANCJ) and was trained in Spain, where ham carving is recognised as a respected culinary craft. Since 2013 she has applied this expertise at international trade fairs and high-level events.
Her working style is defined by precision, care and deep respect for the product. With genuine passion and dedication, Cati not only ensures flawless execution, but also creates a positive working atmosphere and a welcoming guest experience.
The result is not only an impeccable ham presentation, but also an enjoyable collaboration and a positive experience for both guests and teams.
As a professional ham cutter, “La cortadora” (female) and “el cortador” (male) is deeply rooted in Spanish culture and inextricably linked to Spanish hams such as Ibérico, Teruel DOP, IGP Trevélez and serrano ham.
Cortadora – Cortador
The box around the Spanish ham
A Cortador or Cortadora is a professional with extensive knowledge of all types of hams, who masters all cutting techniques and who carefully treats each ham and presents it to the public.
Cati Gómez, Cortadora Profesional de Jamón
“A touch of mastery, aromas and love in every slice of ham.”
In addition to the theoretical knowledge and practical skills that Cati has built up over the past 12 years, she adds the deep love and respect that she feels for Spanish ham.
Cati stands out for her professionalism in all respects, her commitment and her ability to become an essential part of all the projects in which she participates.
As an independent Cortadora, she provides presentations, demos and Masterclasses on behalf of importers and suppliers of hams both in the Netherlands and in other countries.
Due to her independence, knowledge and respect for the product "ham", Cati is able to cut any ham and talk about it impartially.
Cati is representative, has good teaching skills, works customer-oriented, is flexible and has strong communication skills. In addition, she is loyal to every client. Every client receives the right attention and commitment from her.
She is a businesswoman in the Netherlands of Spanish descent and, in addition to Spanish, she also speaks Dutch and English.”
“I would love to work with you.”
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