Mackenzie Matheson
Summary
Dependable, quality-focused cook with over 8 years of experience and extensive knowledge of safe food handling in high-volume restaurants. All while staying committed to producing culinary excellence, and high-quality dishes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
FlyFish Club
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Trained new hires
- Assisted in managing kitchen operations, optimizing station setups for improved workflow during busy shifts.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by assuming the tournant position
- Created guidelines for station efficiency
- Managed inventory to ensure timely replenishment of station
Food Service Aide 1
Hospital for Special Surgery
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Prepared and served meals to patients on time.
- Attention to detail for all trays/menus both regular/modified
- Delivered meals to patients according to dietary requirements.
- Restocked food supplies and equipment on food carts/floors
- Took patient orders according to dietary needs.
Line Cook
Milu NYC LLC
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Prepare and cook a variety of foods in various quantities, and arrange catering orders.
- Trained staff for move to new location.
- Organize mise en place for the menu including salads and duck confit.
- Closed and prepared kitchen for the next day of business.
- Work line during busy lunch services.
Line Cook
Nobu Downtown
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Consistently served over 400 covers daily.
- Prepared mise en place for garde mange and fry station daily.
- Trained new hires and interns.
Education
Bachelor - Culinary Arts Management
State University of New York Delhi
Delhi, New York12.2026
Skills
- Guest Service
- Food Safety
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Knife Use and Maintenance
- Sanitation Standards
- Teamwork
Certification
NYC Food Handler
Timeline
Line Cook
FlyFish Club
03.2025 - 12.2025
Food Service Aide 1
Hospital for Special Surgery
03.2024 - 09.2024
Line Cook
Milu NYC LLC
05.2022 - 01.2024
Line Cook
Nobu Downtown
06.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor - Culinary Arts Management
State University of New York Delhi
Culinary Internships
- American Express Corporate Kitchen
- Caputo’s Bakery
- The Country Club (PSGA Tournament)
-Under Master Chef Joseph Leonardi