Matthew Gomez
Lexington,KY
Summary
Motivated Sous Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets and maximizing customer satisfaction. Works with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef - Honeywood
Chef
Lexington, KY
05.2022 - Current
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
Cook/Line Lead
PF Changs Restaurant
Lexington, KY
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
Assistant Manager
Red Lobster
Lexington, KY
01.2015 - 05.2020
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally while ensuring guest satisfaction goals were achieved.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Media
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2016
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Positive and professional
- Cost Control
Accomplishments
- Cooked events with James beard winner chef Vishwesh Bhatt and James Beard nominee Ed Lee.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sous Chef - Honeywood
Chef
05.2022 - Current
Cook/Line Lead
PF Changs Restaurant
05.2020 - 05.2022
Assistant Manager
Red Lobster
01.2015 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Media
University of Kentucky