Matthew Panek
Schererville,Indiana
Summary
Recent high school graduate and current freshman at Purdue Northwest, actively seeking a part-time position to leverage skills in a dynamic work environment. Energetic and personable with a natural talent for creating welcoming spaces and enhancing guest experiences. Strong communication and organizational abilities support effective reservation coordination and guest interaction management. Committed to delivering exceptional service while contributing to a seamless and enjoyable atmosphere for all.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Host
Docs Smoke House
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Worked as host. Responsibilities included:
- Seating customers
- Answering phones and helping with take-out orders
- Helped keep restaurant clean by cleaning windows, bathroom, and stocking
- Help put tables together for large groups
- Help clean tables to get them ready for the next customers
- Assist co-workers and managers as needed.
Tech and Actor
Ziggy’s Funland in St. John
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Worked at Haunted House as a tech and actor through the Halloween Holiday. Responsibilities include:
- Building and creating the Haunted house
- Sound, Lighting and other technical duties to help customers have a safe, fun experience.
- Heavy lifting
- Actor: dressing up in costume to add to customers experience
- 2024-2024 Volunteer seasonal job
Education
Highschool Graduate -
Lake Central Highschool
01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - English Composition
Purdue Northwest
Hammond, IN05-2029
Skills
- Punctual and flexible
- Collaborative team player
- Proactive mindset
- Effective in building relationships
- Clear interpersonal communication
- Empathetic listener with a focus on solutions
Timeline
Host
Docs Smoke House
05.2025 - 09.2025
Tech and Actor
Ziggy’s Funland in St. John
01.2024 - 01.2024
Highschool Graduate -
Lake Central Highschool
Bachelor of Arts - English Composition
Purdue Northwest