Connor Mathews
rockholds
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Military Chef in the U.S. Army, excelling in food safety and sanitation. Proven ability to optimize food preparation processes and reduce waste through strategic planning. Strong customer service skills complemented by attention to detail, ensuring high-quality dining experiences.
Personable and creative individual with passion for culinary arts, committed to delivering high-quality dishes and memorable dining experiences. Possesses foundational culinary techniques and skills in kitchen safety, hygiene, and food preparation. Aims to bring innovative flavors and efficient service to create positive impact in any culinary setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Military Chef
U.S Army
02.2025 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
Factory Production Worker
Firestone Building Products
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Unloaded and loaded items from conveyors, machines, and conveyances.
- Carefully packaged finished products and prepared for shipment.
- Exceeded daily production targets consistently due to efficient time management skills and strong attention to detail.
- Operated [Number] machines proficiently and in compliance to safety standards.
Sales Associate
Dollar General
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Resturant Manager
McDonald's
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Whitley County
Williamsburg, KYBachelor of Science - Aviation
EKU
Corbin, KY05-2028
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
Accomplishments
- Awarded certificate in 07/11/25 for culinary specialist.
Certification
- culinary specialist Training - 05/25-07/25
Timeline
Military Chef
U.S Army
02.2025 - Current
Factory Production Worker
Firestone Building Products
09.2024 - 12.2024
Sales Associate
Dollar General
02.2024 - 09.2024
Resturant Manager
McDonald's
05.2022 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Whitley County
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
EKU
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