Christopher Mattox
Melbourne
Summary
started as a dishwasher and worked my way up through the ranks in the restaurant industry, learning and mastering each role along the way. I am a very quick learner and am always willing to learn, grow, and be coached on areas where I can improve. I put my heart and soul into every job I do, and I genuinely care about the quality of what leaves the kitchen. My strong work ethic, dedication, and commitment to excellence help me contribute positively to any team I am part of.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
Melbourne, FL
12.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and quality standards.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing supply ordering processes to reduce waste.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Developed and implemented new recipes, enhancing menu offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Monitored and optimized third-party health scores, consistently achieving a 97% rating.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Coordinated marking activities and effectively managed high-volume catering requests to maintain service quality.
- Coordinated inventory review processes and performed detailed counts to maintain inventory integrity.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Cook Trainer
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
Clermont, FL
05.2022 - 11.2025
- Developed and implemented training programs for new kitchen staff to enhance culinary skills.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Mentored junior cooks, fostering teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen environment.
- Streamlined recipe preparation processes to improve efficiency and consistency in food quality.
- Cooked same meals over and over during shifts with exact quality results.
- Directed training initiatives across four new locations to enhance team capabilities.
Prep Cook
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
Clermont, FL
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and measuring to ensure efficiency in food production.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of prep area to comply with health and safety standards.
- Assisted chefs by assembling dishes according to recipes, enhancing overall kitchen workflow.
- Monitored inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, minimizing waste through effective stock management.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
Dishwasher
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
Clermont, FL
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Managed workflow to ensure timely dish and utensil availability for kitchen staff.
- Trained new team members on proper cleaning techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline dish retrieval and reduce service delays.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
Education
Associate of Science - Film And Video Production
Valencia College
Orlando, FL12-2022
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff training and development
- Attention to detail
- Safe food handling
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Flexible schedule
- Sanitation
- Policy and procedure enforcement
- BOH operations
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
12.2025 - Current
Cook Trainer
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
05.2022 - 11.2025
Prep Cook
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
02.2021 - 01.2022
Dishwasher
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
11.2019 - 10.2021
Associate of Science - Film And Video Production
Valencia College