Matthew. (Mateo) Quijas
League City
Summary
Experienced with restaurant operations, staff supervision, and food safety protocols. Utilizes leadership and organizational skills to ensure efficient restaurant performance and compliance with health regulations. Strong understanding of team management and workflow optimization to deliver a high-quality experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager / Front of House Manager
Katie’s Seafood House
Galveston, TX
03.2025 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service delivery.
- Developed and implemented inventory management systems to optimize ingredient utilization.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, enhancing overall kitchen sanitation practices.
- Trained new employees on kitchen protocols, improving team performance and workflow efficiency.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Chicken N Pickle
Webster, TX
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks among staff members to optimize workflow and maintain high-quality standards.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing feedback promptly and implementing necessary adjustments to kitchen procedures.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in hiring and training new kitchen staff, fostering a positive team atmosphere for efficient productivity.
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Sylver Spoon Diner Theater
New Braunfels, TX
01.2017 - 12.2023
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
Service Manager
Blue Dahlia Bistro
Austin, TX
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed service staff to ensure customer satisfaction and compliance with company policies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, vendors, and suppliers.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Austin, TX12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies And Physcology
Texas State University
San Marcos05.2015
Skills
- Cost control
- Waste reduction
- Food preparation
- Scheduling staff
- Sanitation standards
- Food safety compliance
- Menu development
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Food safety
- Multitasking and organization
- Staff training and development
Certification
- Manager food handlers certification
- Tabc license
Timeline
Kitchen Manager / Front of House Manager
Katie’s Seafood House
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Chicken N Pickle
01.2024 - 05.2025
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Sylver Spoon Diner Theater
01.2017 - 12.2023
Service Manager
Blue Dahlia Bistro
02.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies And Physcology
Texas State University
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts