Matthew Walters
Ottawa
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with experience at Al's Diner, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Proven ability to multitask and maintain a clean, safe workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations. Strong customer service skills complemented by a commitment to quality and efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Experienced with various cooking techniques and kitchen operations. Utilizes culinary skills to create flavorful and visually appealing dishes. Knowledge of food safety practices and efficient kitchen workflows.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Dishwasher
Al's Diner
03.2020 - 11.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
The Cobrie
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
Cook/Dishwasher
Willy's Pizzaria
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Education
GED -
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ONSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Cook/Dishwasher
Al's Diner
03.2020 - 11.2024
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
The Cobrie
04.2018 - 01.2020
Cook/Dishwasher
Willy's Pizzaria
05.2016 - 09.2017
GED -
Algonquin College
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