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Matthew Sienze

Chowchilla

Summary

Dependable professional with experience and well-developed critical thinking, problem-solving and organizational skills. Exceptional communicator and team player trained in operating cash registers and serving customers. Goes above and beyond to serve guests and promote loyalty.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Crew Member/Front Line Cook

Olive Garden Restaurant
Merced
09.2024 - 12.2025
  • Prepared food items according to safety and quality standards.
  • Assisted customers with orders and provided excellent service.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area and kitchen equipment.
  • Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
  • Checked expiration dates on all products before serving them to customers.
  • Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
  • Prepared quality products while maintaining portion control and presentation within service goal times.
  • Maintained an organized work area to ensure efficient operations.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking and restocking supplies as needed.

Crew Member

Burger King
Merced
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Prepared food items according to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations and dining areas throughout shifts.
  • Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to ensure smooth food preparation and service
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during busy periods.

Line Cook/ Dishwasher

Corner Bakery Cafe
02.2015 - 10.2015
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations during peak hours.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, and ovens, adhering to protocols.
  • Participated in inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages promptly.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
  • Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
  • Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
  • Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion

Education

Mission Adult School

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Equipment operation
  • Inventory management
  • Sanitation practices
  • Quality control
  • Customer service
  • Workflow optimization
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Heavy lifting
  • Cleaning
  • Positive company representation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Safe food handling

Certification

  • Serve safe food handlers certificate

Timeline

Crew Member/Front Line Cook

Olive Garden Restaurant
09.2024 - 12.2025

Crew Member

Burger King
02.2024 - 06.2024

Line Cook/ Dishwasher

Corner Bakery Cafe
02.2015 - 10.2015

Mission Adult School
Matthew Sienze