Christian Mathes
Yukon
Summary
Reliable team leader with 5 years of hands-on cooking experience. Always on time, thrives under pressure, and committed to great food and a smooth kitchen. Recognized for work ethic, consistency, and ability to lead by example.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Jojo’s bar and grill
Yukon
09.2024 - Current
- Managed daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.
- Supervised kitchen staff and provided training on food preparation techniques.
- Maintained food safety standards and ensured compliance with health regulations.
- Established effective communication between front-of-house and kitchen teams.
- Trained staff on proper equipment usage and maintenance procedures for safety.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
Crew Member
Jersey Mike's Subs
Oklahoma City
12.2024 - 10.2025
- Prepared sandwiches and salads following established recipes and customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout the shift.
- Provided exceptional customer service by greeting patrons and taking orders efficiently.
Pizza Maker
Little Caesars Pizza
Yukon
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Prepared and cooked pizzas according to company recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and kitchen equipment daily.
- Operated ovens and other cooking equipment safely and efficiently.
Master Grill Operator
Waffle House
Yukon
02.2022 - 10.2024
- Managed cooking temperatures to maintain quality and consistency of menu items.
- Trained new staff on grill operation and food safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of grill area throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow in high-pressure environments.
Education
Mustang High School
Mustang, OKSkills
- Food safety
- Kitchen management
- Staff training
- Quality control
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Sanitation practices
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Staff management
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Waste reduction
- High volume dining
- Food preparation management
- Performance improvement
- Food preparation
Timeline
Crew Member
Jersey Mike's Subs
12.2024 - 10.2025
Kitchen Manager
Jojo’s bar and grill
09.2024 - Current
Pizza Maker
Little Caesars Pizza
01.2024 - 12.2024
Master Grill Operator
Waffle House
02.2022 - 10.2024
Mustang High School