Matthew Campaniello
Bushkill,PA
Summary
Dependable kitchen professional with 8+ years in line cook and lead line cook roles. Skilled in food preparation, team supervision, and inventory control, with a strong focus on time management, sanitation, and consistent quality during banquet and clubhouse service.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Lake Mohawk Country Club
2023.09 - Current
- Executed grill, sauté, and prep duties in fast-paced kitchen environments with strong attention to food quality.
- Prepared high-volume menu items while maintaining consistent portioning, plating, and station readiness.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to support timely service during banquet and clubhouse dining operations.
- Maintained clean workstations, following sanitation and food safety standards throughout the shift.
- Monitored ingredient freshness and rotated stock to reduce waste and preserve product quality.
- Adapted quickly to changing ticket volume and prioritized tasks to keep service moving efficiently.
- Assisted teammates with prep work, equipment setup, and workflow continuity during peak service periods.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
Direct Support Professional
Alfa Development
2023.01 - 2023.06
- Assisted with personal care, meal preparation, and household routines.
- Supported daily living activities and reinforced individual service plan goals.
- Monitored client behavior and documented observations for care team review.
- Prompted medication adherence and maintained accurate service documentation.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Lead Line Cook
Camelback Lodge
2018.09 - 2022.12
- Supervised line cooks during peak service, maintaining consistent quality and ticket flow.
- Trained new cooks on food safety, sanitation, and proper knife handling practices.
- Coordinated kitchen station readiness, stocking ingredients and verifying equipment before service.
- Prepared menu items according to resort recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
- Monitored food temperatures and holding procedures to maintain safety compliance.
- Maintained clean work areas, following resort sanitation and kitchen organization standards.
- Resolved service delays by adjusting station priorities and reallocating prep tasks.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Line Cook
Mount Airy Casino And Resort
2020.07 - 2021.11
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Trained new kitchen staff on station procedures, safety practices, and consistent food preparation standards.
Boat Attendant/Maze Attendant
Bushkill Falls
2016.05 - 2018.05
- Directed guest flow at admissions, maintaining orderly entry and responsive customer service.
- Monitored trail and attraction areas, enforcing safety guidelines and reporting hazards promptly.
- Assisted visitors with directions, schedules, and park information for smooth sightseeing experiences.
- Coordinated ticketing and payment support, resolving transaction issues efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness across viewing areas, restrooms, and visitor touchpoints.
- Kept facilities clean, neat, and organized to give areas professional and fresh appeal.
Education
Certificate of Competency - Auto Technology
Monroe Career & Tech Instruction
Bartonsville, PA2018-06
High School Diploma -
East Stroudsburg North High School
Dingmans Ferry, PA2018-06
Skills
- Food preparation
- Grilling techniques
- Frying techniques
- Sautéing techniques
- Roasting techniques
- Entrée preparation
- Sauce preparation
- Knife skills
- Cutting techniques
- Ingredient preparation
- Food presentation
- Food plating
- Prepared foods plating
- Line station oversight
- Menu planning
- Menu item memorization
- Quality control
- Quality assurance
- Food safety knowledge
- Sanitation standards
- Food allergen safety
- Allergen awareness
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Dependable team member
- Team collaboration
- Team supervision
- Line management
- Server communication
- Inventory management
- Inventory control
- Equipment maintenance
- Kitchen equipment management
- Dependable
- Order precision
- Attention to detail
- Flambéing expertise
- Order precision
- Inventory control
- Prep work
- Cutting techniques
- Quality assurance
- Grill operation
- Dependable
- Team supervision
Certification
- Adult First aid Training - February 2023
- AED Certification - February 2023
- CPR Certification - February 2023
- Certified Medication Aide - January 2023
- Non-CDL Class C Driver's License - current
Timeline
Line Cook
Lake Mohawk Country Club
2023.09 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Alfa Development
2023.01 - 2023.06
Line Cook
Mount Airy Casino And Resort
2020.07 - 2021.11
Lead Line Cook
Camelback Lodge
2018.09 - 2022.12
Boat Attendant/Maze Attendant
Bushkill Falls
2016.05 - 2018.05
Certificate of Competency - Auto Technology
Monroe Career & Tech Instruction
High School Diploma -
East Stroudsburg North High School