Matt Ostebee
Brookings,SD
Summary
Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Pizza Ranch Buffet
Brookings, South Dakota
10.2022 - Current
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
Warehouse Worker
Showplace Wood Products
Harrisburg, South Dakota
10.2019 - 08.2022
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Collaborated closely with other departments on special projects as needed.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored inventory control procedures to ensure optimal stock levels.
Grounds Crew Member
Spring Creak Golf Course
Harrisburg, SD
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Utilized hand-held trimmers to edge around trees, walkways, driveways.
- Operated riding mower to cut grass and trim edges of lawns, flower beds, and sidewalks.
- Educated coworkers on safe operation procedures for mowing equipment.
- Cleaned work area after completing trimming tasks to maintain a safe working environment.
- Inspected properties for potential hazards posed by overgrown vegetation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurial Studies
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD12-2025
Skills
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Product management
- Safety procedures
- Team leadership
- Strong work ethic
- Multitasking and organization
- Positive guest interactions
- Food station setup
- Team collaboration
- Quality control
- POS operation
- Physical strength
Affiliations
- Exercising
- Enjoying time with friends
- Finding time to visit family
- Connecting with new people
- Interacting with others via video games
- Spending time with my cat
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manager
Pizza Ranch Buffet
10.2022 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Showplace Wood Products
10.2019 - 08.2022
Grounds Crew Member
Spring Creak Golf Course
06.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurial Studies
South Dakota State University
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