Matahja Heck
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Cook at Jobcorps, adept in meal preparation, food safety and cleanliness. Proven ability to adapt to diverse needs, fostering positive relationships while enhancing community engagement. Skilled in conflict resolution and committed to maintaining high standards in food handling and service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Private Contractors - Loring, ME Jobcorps
Loring, ME
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items for 100 students in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing.
- Assured that food was cooked thoroughly and prepared in a healthy manner.
Volunteer
Greenhousechurch
Alachua, FL
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather insights from volunteers and patrons for continuous improvement.
- Encouraged several young people from ages 11 to 19 to discuss and promote social changes.
- Strengthened community bonds, participating in intrafaith and interfaith dialogues and events such as charity events
- Maintained a clean, neat, and operational facility to serve program needs.
Tutor
Springhill Church
Gainesville FL
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Enhanced understanding of complex subjects with clear explanations implementing different learning styles.
- Implemented personalized study strategies for improved academic performance and confidence among 13 middle and high school students.
- Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
Childcare Provider
Family Friends And Neighbors - Lehigh Acres, FL
Lehigh Acres, FL
05.2017 - 09.2021
- Adapted to up 4 children's moods and needs to provide emotional support.
- Followed specific guidelines and diet restrictions from parents regarding children's preferences and nutrition needs.
- Organized and cleaned others' home after activities by picking up toys and cleaning dishes.
Education
Culinary Arts
Loring Jobcorps
Limestone, ME02-2026
Associate of Arts - undefined
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH05-2025
High School Diploma - undefined
Digital Academy of Florida
Jacksonville, FL05-2022
Skills
- Cooking
- Meal preparation
- Restaurant and food service
- Basic knife skills
- Food handling and safety
- Research Skills
- Guest demographics
- Conflict resolution
- Computer skills
Certification
- ServSafe
- Guest Service Gold
- CPR Certified
- Haccp Certified
- MOS Word Certification
- AP Research and Seminar
Interests
Learning new cooking techniques and trends, Experimenting with different ingredients in the kitchen, Volunteering at community kitchens and food-related charities, Sharing recipes and cooking tips through social media platforms, I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings, Promoting access to healthy, affordable food, Drawing, sculpting and water color, Reading and academic writing
Timeline
Cook
Private Contractors - Loring, ME Jobcorps
12.2025 - 03.2026
Volunteer
Greenhousechurch
09.2021 - 05.2022
Tutor
Springhill Church
10.2020 - 07.2021
Childcare Provider
Family Friends And Neighbors - Lehigh Acres, FL
05.2017 - 09.2021
Associate of Arts - undefined
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma - undefined
Digital Academy of Florida
Culinary Arts
Loring Jobcorps