Playing guitar
Matthew McDonough
El Cajon,CA
Summary
Dynamic food service professional with experience at Petco Park, excelling in inventory management and staff supervision. Proven ability to train new employees and enhance guest satisfaction through effective communication and prompt service. Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety while optimizing operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food and Beverage Attendant
Petco Park
07.2025 - Current
- Trained new staff members on company policies and procedures.
- Maintained stock levels of cups, lids, straws, and condiments throughout shift.
- Collaborated with other food and beverage attendants to provide prompt, smooth and excellent service.
- Provided guests with information about menu items, specials and promotions to provide quality service.
Utility Dishwasher
ECTLC
01.2025 - Current
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
Food Service Worker
ECTLC
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Dishwasher
Camp Pendleton
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
Car Wash Attendant
Rancho Carwash
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Evaluated vehicles' exterior ahead of car wash service to ascertain and relay all issues to customers.
- Provided exceptional customer service by recommending and apprising customers on service options, pricing, and savings opportunities through memberships or promotional information.
- Received check, cash and credit card payments from customers, gave back balance, and maintained accounts of payments received on daily basis.
- Rinsed objects and placed on drying racks or used cloth, squeegees, or air compressors to dry surfaces.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Calpex Plastics
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
Landscape Worker
T.V.R.I.
09.2010 - 07.2011
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
Cashier
Seven Eleven
02.2007 - 07.2010
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Education
No Degree -
U.E.I
San Marcos, CA06-2018
GED -
Great Basin Adult Academy
Clearfield, UT04-2002
Skills
- Portioning
- Meal service set up
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
Certification
Graduated 9 month HVAC-R program at U.E.I.
Interests
Timeline
Food and Beverage Attendant
Petco Park
07.2025 - Current
Utility Dishwasher
ECTLC
01.2025 - Current
Food Service Worker
ECTLC
01.2025 - Current
Dishwasher
Camp Pendleton
08.2019 - 06.2021
Car Wash Attendant
Rancho Carwash
02.2016 - 08.2016
Machine Operator/Assembler
Calpex Plastics
01.2014 - 06.2014
Landscape Worker
T.V.R.I.
09.2010 - 07.2011
Cashier
Seven Eleven
02.2007 - 07.2010
No Degree -
U.E.I
GED -
Great Basin Adult Academy
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