Matthew Sears
Austin
Summary
Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Parish BBQ
03.2025 - Current
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Kitchen Manager/Cook
Black Star Coop
06.2021 - 01.2025
- As a Kitchen Manager/Cook, was responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, creating menu plans, and ensuring food quality and safety. Coordinated with staff, managed inventory, and maintained a clean, efficient workspace. Focused on delivering excellent customer service, training team members, and optimizing food preparation processes for a successful dining experience.
- Coordinated kitchen operations and ensured timely, high-quality meal preparation.
- Managed inventory and ordered necessary supplies to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Trained kitchen staff in proper food handling and safety protocols.
Bartender
Kemuri-Tatsuya
10.2014 - 03.2020
- As a Bartender, handled diverse customer interactions, mixed a variety of cocktails, maintained an organized bar area, and managed supply inventory. Provided personalized drink recommendations, ensured patrons' enjoyment, and maintained a lively atmosphere. Developed multitasking and communication skills while fostering strong customer relationships.
- Crafted and served a variety of beverages, ensuring consistent quality and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth bar operations and efficient service.
- Maintained a clean and organized bar area, adhering to health and safety standards.
Server/Bartender
Michi Ramen
06.2014 - 03.2020
- As a Server/Bartender, provided exceptional customer service, efficiently took orders, and crafted drinks. Managed busy environments with multitasking skills and ensured guests' satisfaction. Collaborated well with team members and maintained a clean, organized workspace. Actively promoted menu specials, resulting in increased sales and positive customer experiences.
- Crafted and served a variety of beverages, ensuring consistent quality and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth bar operations and efficient service.
- Maintained a clean and organized bar area, adhering to health and safety standards.
Server
Shabu Hot Pot&Noodle Bar
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Dedicated and customer-focused server with a strong ability to multitask in fast-paced environments. Skilled in taking orders efficiently, crafting beverages, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Works well in a team setting while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Adept at promoting menu specials to enhance sales and customer experience.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Efficiently took orders and crafted beverages with attention to detail.
- Managed high-volume service with strong multitasking skills.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth operations.
Server
Cipollina West Austin Bistro
09.2012 - 08.2014
- Dedicated and customer-focused server with a strong ability to multitask in fast-paced environments. Skilled in taking orders efficiently, crafting beverages, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Works well in a team setting while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Adept at promoting menu specials to enhance sales and customer experience.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Efficiently took orders and crafted beverages with attention to detail.
- Managed high-volume service with strong multitasking skills.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth operations.
Server
Jeffrey's Restaurant
04.2011 - 06.2013
- Dedicated and customer-focused server with a strong ability to multitask in fast-paced environments. Skilled in taking orders efficiently, crafting beverages, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Works well in a team setting while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Adept at promoting menu specials to enhance sales and customer experience.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Efficiently took orders and crafted beverages with attention to detail.
- Managed high-volume service with strong multitasking skills.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth operations.
Education
Bachelors of Photo Communications - Photo Communications
St. Edwards University
Austin, TexasSkills
- 20 years of restaurant experience
- Menu planning
- Food storage
- Multitasking and organization
- Good knife skills
Timeline
Cook
Parish BBQ
03.2025 - Current
Kitchen Manager/Cook
Black Star Coop
06.2021 - 01.2025
Bartender
Kemuri-Tatsuya
10.2014 - 03.2020
Server
Shabu Hot Pot&Noodle Bar
10.2014 - 12.2016
Server/Bartender
Michi Ramen
06.2014 - 03.2020
Server
Cipollina West Austin Bistro
09.2012 - 08.2014
Server
Jeffrey's Restaurant
04.2011 - 06.2013
Bachelors of Photo Communications - Photo Communications
St. Edwards University
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