JOEL CARDENAS MATA
Houston
Summary
Dependable and hardworking professional with over 35 years of experience in restaurant operations, food service, construction, inventory control, customer service, and physically demanding work environments. Experienced in fast-paced workplaces, handling high-volume service, organizing supplies, managing inventory, supporting daily operations, and driving work vehicles when required. Strong work ethic, reliable attendance, flexible schedule, and able to work well under pressure as part of a team or independently.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook , Kitchen closing and inventory coordinator
Saltgrass Steakhouse
HOUSTON
2007.11 - Current
- Prepared meals adhering to company standards, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Worked efficiently in high volume restaurant environments under pressure.
- Maintained accuracy while handling multiple orders during peak business hours.
- Managed high customer demand on holidays and special events.
- Performed nightly inventory of food supplies and kitchen products.
- Organized products and prepared inventory for subsequent business days.
- Assisted with kitchen closing procedures, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Upheld clean, safe, and organized work areas in compliance with food safety standards.
- Prepared meals adhering to company standards, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Worked efficiently in high volume restaurant environments under pressure.
- Maintained accuracy while handling multiple orders during peak business hours.
- Managed high customer demand on holidays and special events.
Performed nightly inventory of food supplies and kitchen products. - Organized products and prepared inventory for subsequent business days.
- Assisted with kitchen closing procedures, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Upheld clean, safe, and organized work areas in compliance with food safety standards.
Cook ( cashier when needed)
Cafe Express
HOUSTON
2000.03 - 2007.10
- Prepared food following company recipes, quality standards, and safety procedures.
- Assisted customers with orders in a friendly and professional manner.
- Operated cash register and processed customer payments accurately.
- Helped with food preparation, stocking, cleaning, and organizing supplies.
- Worked in different areas of the restaurant as needed.
- Assisted with opening and closing responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment.
Construction Labor / Work Vehicle Drive
Self Employed Services
Houston
1991.01 - 2000.02
- Performed general construction and labor work on residential and commercial projects.
- Loaded, unloaded, and transported materials safely and efficiently.
- Operated work vehicles and larger vehicles for job tasks.
- Assisted with deliveries, material handling, and job site organization.
- Worked in physically demanding environments while following safety procedures.
- Helped crews complete projects on time and maintained organized work areas.
- Worked outdoors in different weather conditions.
- Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic
Education
Middle School Education
MEXICO SCHOOL
MEXICOSkills
* Inventory Control
* Warehouse Support
* Food Preparation
* Kitchen Operations
* Customer Service
* Cash Handling
* Stocking and Organizing
* Material Handling
* Delivery Assistance
* Safe Driving
* Time Management
* Teamwork
* Leadership Support
* Attention to Detail
* Problem Solving
* Fast Paced Environments
* Working Under Pressure
* Food Safety and Sanitation
* Reliable and Punctual
* Flexible Schedule
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- Valid Texas Driver License
Timeline
Cook , Kitchen closing and inventory coordinator
Saltgrass Steakhouse
2007.11 - Current
Cook ( cashier when needed)
Cafe Express
2000.03 - 2007.10
Construction Labor / Work Vehicle Drive
Self Employed Services
1991.01 - 2000.02
Middle School Education
MEXICO SCHOOL