Matt Latarski
Medina
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in material handling and customer service at Gordon Food Service. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and ensure quality control while training staff. Adept at utilizing forklifts and managing shipping documentation, consistently delivering exceptional service and fostering positive client relationships.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Americal corp
Medina
07.2024 - Current
- Responsible for inbound and outbound material.
- Maintaining an organized warehouse.
- Unloading trucks, checking in materials, and putting materials away.
- Completing customer orders to the best quality and safety of the materials in transit.
- Help bring the product to the lines to slit the material to meet customer needs.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy and damage.
- Checked items to be shipped against work orders to confirm correct quantities, destination and routing.
- Operated forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Material Handler
Spray Products
Medina
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Printed labels for the corresponding material being produced on the lines.
- Used two motors and pallet jacks to move product to its final destination before shipping.
- Brought material to the lines to ensure the lines are continuously running and never running out of material.
- Staged finished skids of material in the warehouse before shipping.
- inspecting skids to ensure there were no leaks and all boxes were labeled correctly.
Driver
Gordon Food Service
Medina
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Delivered dry foods, cold food, and frozen food to customers.
- Picked orders for customers.
- I answered the phones and took orders.
- Input orders into the computer.
- I loaded the van up before delivery in an organized manner.
- Delivered customer orders to them in a sprinter van that had both a cooler and a freezer.
- Stocked shelves.
- Checked vehicle after shift for damage.
- Interacted with customers pleasantly to meet needs and drive satisfaction.
- Kept accurate records of deliveries and customer signatures.
- Followed routes assigned by dispatchers to meet delivery objectives.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes for deliveries.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
On Site Manager
Day Star Staffing
Westlake
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Supervised staff, ensured proper training and development of team members.
- Responsible for all shifts.
- I worked on-site at multiple locations, working with customers to ensure we were bringing in the correct employees.
- I got two contracts renewed with Plastipak in Medina, Ohio, and Malley's Chocolate in Parma, Ohio.
- I conducted interviews, checked backgrounds, and read resumes to ensure I was placing people into positions that would benefit them.
- I walked the floor and worked with the facility's manager to make sure all employees were following all PPE rules and regulations.
- Held job fairs.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
Server
Quaker Steak & Lube
Medina
03.2016 - 10.2018
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
Cook
Fox Meadow Golf Course
Medina
03.2010 - 11.2012
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Medina
Medina, OH05-2005
Skills
- Material handling
- Shipping documentation
- Forklift operation
- Quality control
- Warehousing operations
- Prepare packages
- Menu knowledge
- Order management
- Customer service
- Cash handling
- Food safety
- Sales support
- Employee training
- Safe alcohol service
- Warm and friendly
- Food safety practices
- Professional appearance
- Food and beverage upselling
Timeline
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Americal corp
07.2024 - Current
Material Handler
Spray Products
08.2023 - 06.2024
Driver
Gordon Food Service
11.2022 - 07.2023
On Site Manager
Day Star Staffing
01.2019 - 06.2023
Server
Quaker Steak & Lube
03.2016 - 10.2018
Cook
Fox Meadow Golf Course
03.2010 - 11.2012
High School Diploma -
Medina
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