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Matthew Johnson

Riverside

Summary

Dynamic and reliable professional with extensive experience as a Line Cook at North Italia Restaurant, excelling in food preparation and team coordination. Proven ability to maintain high standards of food quality and safety while maximizing customer satisfaction. Skilled in grilling techniques and committed to fostering a productive kitchen environment.

Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.

Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation, and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Stagehand

James Thomas Productions
04.2018 - 01.2025
  • Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
  • Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
  • Worked with team to put all props and set pieces in place and supervised prop movements at correct times during performances.
  • Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.

Line Cook

North Italia Restaurant
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.

Line Cook

Victory Burger
02.2021 - 06.2024
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail food service revenue and productivity goals.
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ramona High School
Riverside, CA
06-2018

Skills

  • Physical strength
  • Special effects
  • Safety code
  • Food preparation
  • Grilling techniques
  • Recipe execution
  • Knife skills
  • Prep work
  • Team coordination
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Active listener
  • Line management

Timeline

Line Cook

North Italia Restaurant
09.2023 - 12.2024

Line Cook

Victory Burger
02.2021 - 06.2024

Stagehand

James Thomas Productions
04.2018 - 01.2025

High School Diploma -

Ramona High School

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