Matthew Griffiths
Houston,TX
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Director Specialists
Sagora Senior Living
Ft Worth , TX
02.2024 - Current
- Monitored kitchen operations including meal preparation times, portion sizes, temperature control points, recipe adherence, plate presentation, garnishing techniques.
- Worked cross-functionally with recipe development, operations and creative teams on implementation of new ingredients, menu timelines and product launches.
- Conducted regular training sessions with cooks on proper cooking techniques as well as health and safety regulations related to the kitchen environment.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper cooking methods and food safety practices.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding the storage, preparation, and service of food items.
- Trained kitchen staff on proper knife handling, sanitation procedures, and safety regulations.
- Collaborated productively and professionally with colleagues representing widely diverse points of view.
Executive Sous Chef
Pearl Hospitality
Houston, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Created cost-effective menus that increased customer satisfaction and profitability.
- Ordered food supplies, maintained inventory, and managed budgeting of resources.
- Supervised the preparation of meals to ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion size.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members and provided guidance as needed.
- Developed creative dishes that showcased seasonal ingredients while adhering to company standards.
Executive Director of Culinary & Dining
Discover Senior Living
Houston, TX
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Coordinated and executed menu planning, recipe development and daily restaurant operations.
- Provided effective orientation and training to each new associate and developed ongoing training programs.
- Utilized local, fresh food products to support local economies and showcase community support.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Supervised 15 BOH staff members and delivered mentorship to strengthen kitchen skills.
Executive Sous Chef
Oceanaire Seafood Room
Houston, TX
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Coordinated and executed menu planning, recipe development and daily restaurant operations.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned various stages of food production.
Executive Touring Sous Chef
Hotel ZaZa Museum District
Houston, TX
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Traveled between all four Hotel locations, training and mentoring kitchen staff on safety and culinary techniques.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling and equipment maintenance.
Banquet Sous Chef
Driftwood Hospitality Management LLC
Houston, TX
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Directed staff in restaurant kitchen and field to maintain department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Managed kitchen operations for 2 locations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Johnson & Wales University - Denver
Denver, CO05.2014
Skills
- Purchasing
- Budgeting and cost control
- Recipe development
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Certified Culinary Administrator
- Banquets and catering
- Restaurant Operations
Timeline
Culinary Director Specialists
Sagora Senior Living
02.2024 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Pearl Hospitality
02.2023 - Current
Executive Director of Culinary & Dining
Discover Senior Living
09.2021 - 01.2023
Executive Sous Chef
Oceanaire Seafood Room
02.2021 - 09.2021
Executive Touring Sous Chef
Hotel ZaZa Museum District
11.2018 - 03.2020
Banquet Sous Chef
Driftwood Hospitality Management LLC
06.2017 - 03.2018
Associate of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Johnson & Wales University - Denver