Matthew Lapsley
Austin
Summary
Experienced line cook with a knack for optimizing kitchen operations and enhancing customer satisfaction. Proven ability to boost sales and maintain high food safety standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Game on Bar and Grill
Austin, TX
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Managed food prep for hot and cold stations
- Worked the line for both stations as well a occasional expo
- Maintained kitchen hygiene standards with proper dating and labeling
- assisted with inventory and unloading product from the truck
- performed duties as needed including dishes, trash and close down.
Line Cook
Compass Group Inc. (Amazon)
Austin, TX
07.2022 - 10.2025
- lead cook for the Melt station serving sandwiches and soups while managing two other cooks
- Served 200+ meals weekly with quality.
- Allowed creativity with developing menu items for the station to increase sales
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards (dating, labeling, maintaining clean organized station)
- Developed prep schedules to maintain time management
- Cross trained in all stations to assist teammates when needed.
- Received training on cooking techniques and cuisines from the executive chef to develop further skills
- Performed additional duties as required such as trash, dishes, unloading Sysco and close down
Prep Cook
Foxtrot
Austin, TX
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Executed preparation of high-quality food, adhering strictly to established recipes and standards.
- Organized and labeled food items accurately to maintain quality standards across all retail locations.
- Conducted regular assessments of inventory to maintain adequate supply for business needs.
- Executed dishwashing tasks as required to uphold hygiene and service quality.
Prepared Foods Team Member
Whole Foods Market Inc
Austin, TX
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Executed preparation of food items for cold chef case in alignment with production sheets.
- Maintained quality and freshness of prepared items through diligent dating, labeling, covering, and rotation processes.
- Managed pizza line operations, ensuring timely preparation and service during afternoon shift.
- Facilitated support and preparation for meal stations during peak lunch hours, including ramen, tacos, and sandwiches.
- Verified accuracy of signage and pricing to enhance customer experience.
- Ensured adherence to food safety and sanitization standards to promote health and safety.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Castleton University
Castleton, VT05.2008
High School Diploma - General Studies
Fayetteville Manlius
Manlius, NY06.2004
Skills
- Effective time management
- Food safety compliance
- Adaptability under pressure
- Excellent customer service skills
- Active listener
- Culinary knife techniques
- Proficient in diverse cooking techniques
- Understanding of various kitchen appliances
- Effective team engagement
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Food allergen safety
Certification
- Food Handlers certificate
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
French
Elementary
Timeline
Line Cook
Game on Bar and Grill
04.2026 - 05.2026
Prep Cook
Foxtrot
11.2022 - 07.2023
Line Cook
Compass Group Inc. (Amazon)
07.2022 - 10.2025
Prepared Foods Team Member
Whole Foods Market Inc
04.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Castleton University
High School Diploma - General Studies
Fayetteville Manlius