Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Years Of Experience
Work Preference
Timeline
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Matthew Lash

Canyon Lake

Summary

Dynamic culinary expert with proven success at Grouse Mountain Lodge, specializing in innovative menu concept development and effective leadership.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Touchpoint.,LLC
Kyle
03.2023 - 01.2026
  • Assisted Executive Chef and Operations Director in day to day Food Service operations for Ascension Seton-Hays hospital
  • Hands on food production for patients and Cafe rotating menus
  • Maintained production logs to ensure compliance with company and hospital standards for temperature, cleanliness, and waste management
  • Managed ordering and inventory in Chef's absence, ensuring adequate stock levels
  • Supervised associates, providing training and support to enhance skills and team efficiency
  • Assisted Executive Chef and Operations Director in day to day Food Service operations for Ascension Seton-Hays hospital

Lead Line Cook

Wildflour Bakery and Grill
Sattler
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Prepared meals for 80-seat farm-table scratch cooking restaurant, ensuring high quality and consistency
  • Designed and executed special wine dinners and catering events, enhancing guest experience and promoting restaurant offerings
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
  • Developed daily menu items using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspaces and equipment.

Saute Chef

Gruene River Grill
New Braunfels
05.2016 - 09.2021
  • Managed Saute station, ensuring proper preparation and presentation of menu items
  • Worked quickly to stay ahead of demanding customer loads during rush periods without sacrificing quality.
  • Collaborated with restaurant management team to implement menu changes.
  • Chosen by senior management to serve as key holder during restaurant opening.

Executive Chef

Grouse Mountain Lodge
Whitefish
08.2012 - 05.2016
  • Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation aligned with guest expectations.
  • Coordinated with event planners to design and deliver customized dining experiences, enhancing guest satisfaction.
  • Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food handling practices.
  • Oversaw selection, training, scheduling, and performance management of kitchen personnel, fostering a skilled and efficient team.

Education

Graduate with Honors - General Studies

Berkley High School
Berkeley, MI
06.1983

Skills

  • Knife skills
  • Menu development
  • Menu planning
  • Safe food handling
  • Cost control
  • Implementation
  • Catering background
  • Organization
  • Leadership
  • Exceeding standards
  • Adaptability

References

Professional and personal references available on request

Years Of Experience

35

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Part Time

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

Sous Chef

Touchpoint.,LLC
03.2023 - 01.2026

Lead Line Cook

Wildflour Bakery and Grill
09.2021 - 03.2023

Saute Chef

Gruene River Grill
05.2016 - 09.2021

Executive Chef

Grouse Mountain Lodge
08.2012 - 05.2016

Graduate with Honors - General Studies

Berkley High School
Matthew Lash