Mateo Cook
Biloxi,USA
Summary
Skilled Galleyhand with professional experience in navigation, vessel maintenance, and aquatic safety procedures. Possess strong knowledge of marine operations and ability to perform under challenging sea conditions. Demonstrated leadership in implementing efficient work methods that resulted in improved operational efficiency. Contribute valuable problem-solving skills and commitment to team collaboration for optimal ship performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
BBC Collision Pro llc
Slidell, Louisiana
08.2017 - 02.2025
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Scheduled appointments with customers promptly so that their vehicles could be serviced in a timely manner.
- Provided detailed estimates of repair costs upon request from customers prior to beginning work.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings in a computer system.
- Analyzed diagnostic codes generated by on-board computers to determine necessary repairs.
Galley Hand
Premier Offshore Catering inc
Houma, Louisiana
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Kept detailed records of all food purchases, delivery dates, quantities received.
- Collaborated with culinary staff to create attractive plate presentations for crew members' meals.
- Stocked galley with food items for crew members as per their requirements.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
- Assisted in food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, cutting, and basic cooking under chef's guidance.
- Assisted with special event catering and preparation, including setup and food service.
- Helped in setting up and cleaning up before and after service, ensuring a ready-to-use kitchen.
Oyster Farm Hand
Gulf Coast Oyster Co
Biloxi, Mississippi
04.2015 - 08.2017
- Performed regular maintenance on equipment used in oyster farming, such as pumps, filtration systems and tanks.
- Tracked incoming orders from customers and prepared shipments accordingly.
- Adhered strictly to all health codes and regulations governing the safe handling of seafood products.
- Maintained detailed records regarding production levels and inventory counts.
- Communicated with suppliers regarding availability, pricing and delivery schedules for materials needed by the farm.
Education
Associate of Science - Food And Nutrition
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2022
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2020
Skills
- Engineering assistance
- Rigging and fishing gear management
- Docking and line handling skills
- Vessel cleaning and maintenance
- Physical endurance
- Deck equipment handling
- First aid training
- Culinary proficiency in meal preparation
- Pantry restocking strategies
- Effective team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Dean’s List Graduate
- Honours College Alumni (SCLA)
- 3.8 GPA
Certification
- TWIC Certified
Timeline
Galley Hand
Premier Offshore Catering inc
02.2021 - 08.2023
Assistant Manager
BBC Collision Pro llc
08.2017 - 02.2025
Oyster Farm Hand
Gulf Coast Oyster Co
04.2015 - 08.2017
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of Southern Mississippi
Associate of Science - Food And Nutrition
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of Southern Mississippi