Mathew Albete
Seattle,WA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven food industry professional with extensive leadership and culinary expertise, adept at enhancing restaurant operations and team performance. Proven track record of increasing revenue, controlling costs, and developing high-performing teams in fast-paced environments. Recognized for fostering collaboration, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures while navigating complex challenges. Authorized to work in the U.S. and open to relocation, committed to operational excellence and strategic growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Sizzle & Crunch
02.2021 - Current
- Oversee daily restaurant operations, including staffing, budgeting, inventory, and guest satisfaction.
- Lead and train a team of 50+ employees, managing schedules and performance.
- Drive revenue growth while controlling food and labor costs.
- Handle customer service and resolve issues efficiently.
- Develop new recipes and manage food cost analysis.
- Manage ordering, vendors, and inventory to maintain stock and reduce waste.
Chef
Cafe U.U
05.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed recipes and assisted with supply ordering.
- Managed all to-go and catering orders, maintaining quality and timely delivery.
- Supervised staff and directed workflow in a high-pressure environment.
- Ensured compliance with COVID-19 safety protocols.
Student Coordinator
University of Washington
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Managed student schedules, training, onboarding, and hiring.
- Oversaw inventory, supply orders, and deliveries for multiple locations.
- Maintained sanitized work areas and ensured food safety compliance.
- Uploaded and organized receipts and followed all recipe standards.
Military Instructor / Squad Leader
United States Army
01.2010 - 02.2019
- Taught college students essential military skills including first aid, land navigation, and leadership.
- Mentored and supervised soldiers, supporting personal and professional development.
- Managed squad logistics, fitness programs, and accountability for $100,000+ in equipment.
- Oversaw security, maintenance, and quality-of-life for 14+ soldiers.
- Promoted unit morale and enforced standards through guidance and corrective action.
Chef Spotlight Manager / Cook II
Virginia Mason
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Prepared meals and managed kitchen operations in compliance with health codes.
- Created seasonal menus and supervised a small kitchen team.
- Worked multiple stations including tray line, salad bar, and catering.
- Maintained prep schedules to stay ahead of service demands.
Education
Certificate - Full Stack Web Development
University of Washington
Seattle, WA03-2021
Associate - Food Science
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Tukwila, WA02-2017
Skills
- Food & Restaurant: Team Management, Customer Service, Cooking, Catering, Food Preparation, Culinary Experience, Restaurant Experience, Food Safety, Supervising Experience, Supply Chain, Food Service, POS
- Technical: Microsoft Office, JavaScript (Beginner), HTML5 (Beginner), CSS, React (Beginner), Nodejs (Beginner), MongoDB (Beginner), Git, User Interface (UI)
- Other: Leadership, Time Management, English
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Team player
Certification
- Life and Health Insurance
- ServSafe
- First Aid Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- Secret Clearance
Military Service
- Branch: Army | Rank: Sergeant | Sep 2011 – Feb 2019
- Six years active duty, then transferred to reserves.
- Served at JBLM, assigned to 4-414 Alpha Company.
Timeline
General Manager
Sizzle & Crunch
02.2021 - Current
Chef
Cafe U.U
05.2019 - 01.2022
Student Coordinator
University of Washington
01.2019 - 01.2022
Chef Spotlight Manager / Cook II
Virginia Mason
02.2017 - 07.2018
Military Instructor / Squad Leader
United States Army
01.2010 - 02.2019
Associate - Food Science
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Certificate - Full Stack Web Development
University of Washington