Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Matthew Padilla

Santa Fe,NM

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Tiny's Restaurant and Lounge, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and maintain high standards of sanitation. Skilled in grilling and food presentation, with a strong commitment to customer service and allergen awareness.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Tiny's Restaurant and Lounge
2022 - Current
  • Prepared and cooked diverse menu items following standardized recipes.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness by adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Adapted quickly to changing menus and special dietary requests from customers.
  • Monitored cooking times and temperatures to ensure optimal food quality.
  • Contributed to improving kitchen efficiency through effective time management skills.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.

Line Cook

El Nido Restaurant
2019 - 2020

Cooke in all positions-

Grill master

Pizza station

Prep

Prep Cook

El Dorado Hotel
2018 - 2019
  • Prepared ingredients following standardized recipes to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, adhering to food safety standards.
  • Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, enhancing kitchen efficiency and workflow.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely, demonstrating proficiency in various cooking methods.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
  • Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
  • Prepared various types of cuisine, showcasing versatility and adaptability in the kitchen environment.

Line Cook

The Lodge At Santa Fe
2016 - 2018

In charge of all prep, training and cooking for the restaurant and for catered events.

Education

Basic -

Santa Fe High
Santa Fe, NM
05.2002

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Food preparation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Kitchen organization
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Frying
  • Cooking techniques
  • Knife skills
  • Sanitation
  • Supply restocking
  • Surface cleaning
  • Hospitality and service industry background
  • Food presentation
  • Grilling
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Food waste reduction
  • Food plating
  • Food handler certification
  • Grilling expertise
  • Beautiful presentation of food
  • Plating and presentation
  • Allergen awareness
  • Culinary creativity

Accomplishments

Grill master

Meat cutting

Guest service

Timeline

Cook

Tiny's Restaurant and Lounge
2022 - Current

Line Cook

El Nido Restaurant
2019 - 2020

Prep Cook

El Dorado Hotel
2018 - 2019

Line Cook

The Lodge At Santa Fe
2016 - 2018

Basic -

Santa Fe High
Matthew Padilla