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Matthew Motta

Tampa

Summary

Research and Development Chef with experience in culinary innovation and product development. Conducted research on industry trends to create unique culinary solutions, while organizing trial data into detailed reports for management review. Performed sensory evaluations to assess various product attributes and analyzed customer feedback to identify improvement opportunities. Developed new recipes and techniques aimed at enhancing food product offerings.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Research and Development Chef

Checkers & Rally Restaurants
Tampa
05.2022 - Current
  • Conducted research on industry trends to develop creative culinary solutions.
  • Organized data from trials into comprehensive reports for use by management team.
  • Performed sensory evaluations of finished products to assess flavor, texture, appearance, aroma and other attributes.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in products and processes.
  • Developed new recipes and techniques for innovative food products.

Restaurant Owner

Copperpot Coffee & Kitchen
Tampa
01.2015 - 05.2022
  • Established and managed a successful restaurant, specializing in contemporary cuisine and exceptional service.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive marketing strategies to drive brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of a renowned upscale bistro, overseeing a team of front-of-house and back-of-house staff.
  • Implemented operational strategies to enhance service quality, efficiency, and profitability.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Food Science

Institute of Food Technologists
Chicago, IL
10-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Business Economics

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
06-2012

Skills

  • Recipe development
  • Sensory evaluation
  • Data analysis
  • Customer feedback analysis
  • Project management
  • Marketing strategy

Timeline

Research and Development Chef

Checkers & Rally Restaurants
05.2022 - Current

Restaurant Owner

Copperpot Coffee & Kitchen
01.2015 - 05.2022

Certificate of Technical Studies - Food Science

Institute of Food Technologists

Bachelor of Arts - Business Economics

University of South Florida
Matthew Motta