Matthew Owens
Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef/Owner
PGH Taco Boys
Oakmont, Pennsylvania
07.2020 - 04.2024
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Created promotions and special events to attract customers and boost sales.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure competitive prices for ingredients.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Chef
Driftwood Oven
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
06.2018 - 03.2022
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Documented employee performance reviews in order to assess progress towards goals set out in training plans.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Collaborated with restaurant management to align kitchen operations with goals of establishment.
Sous Chef
Legume
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
02.2013 - 06.2018
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Maintained accurate records for cost analysis purposes.
- Helped staff adhere to tough restaurant requirements through practical discipline and motivation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
CCBC
Beaver, PA05-2014
Skills
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Performance evaluation
- Relationship building
- Professionalism
- Customer service
Certification
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer
- NAMS CNC (In Progress)
- NASM CES (In Progress)
Timeline
Chef/Owner
PGH Taco Boys
07.2020 - 04.2024
Chef
Driftwood Oven
06.2018 - 03.2022
Sous Chef
Legume
02.2013 - 06.2018
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
CCBC