Matthew Rivera
Bell Gardens,CA
Summary
Dedicated Catering Assistant with strong expertise in kitchen operations and food preparation safety. Proven ability in effective event setup and efficient task completion. Flexible team player, skilled in time management and adaptability, ensuring successful catering events and high productivity.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Assistant
Tacos Tutuy's
Baldwin Park, California
03.2026 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service during on-site catering functions.
- Assisted in food preparation and assembly, contributing to timely and efficient catering events.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and serving areas, promoting a safe and efficient working environment.
- Supported team members in setting up and breaking down event equipment, ensuring smooth event transitions.
- Followed food safety guidelines while handling and serving food items.
Catering Assistant
PMA
Downey, CA
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service by engaging with guests, enhancing their event experience.
- Supported caterers in food distribution by efficiently organizing food products and plating items.
- Managed inventory of catering supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for events.
- Sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces post-event to maintain hygiene standards.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols at all times.
Plumber's Assistant
Best Line Pluming
Gardena, California
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted plumbers with installation of pipes and fixtures in residential properties.
- Prepared job sites by cleaning and organizing tools and materials effectively.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring they were clean and operational.
- Observed skilled tradespeople to learn best practices in plumbing techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pius X Matthias Academy
Downey, CA05-2026
Skills
- Catering logistics
- Catering setup
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Hygiene standards
- Safety compliance
- Culinary equipment
- Equipment maintenance
- Stock organization
- Time management
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Alter serving- St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and St. Pius X - St. Matthias Academy
- Soccer and baseball manager- St. Pius X - Matthias Academy.
Accomplishments
- Principles honor roll 5 times in a row- St. Pius X - St. Matthias Academy
Certification
- ServSafe Certification- ServSafe National Restaurant Association in 2024
Timeline
Catering Assistant
Tacos Tutuy's
03.2026 - Current
Plumber's Assistant
Best Line Pluming
06.2025 - 07.2025
Catering Assistant
PMA
02.2025 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Pius X Matthias Academy