Matthew Skweres
Chicago,IL
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cabinet Delivery & Field Technician
Amish Custom Kitchens
Chicago, IL
10.2023 - Current
- Delivered cabinetry to residential and commercial locations safely and on schedule
- Provided friendly, professional customer service while working directly with homeowners and contractors
- Assisted with basic field work, including minor adjustments, site support, and coordination with installers
- Communicated clearly with customers and team members to ensure smooth deliveries and job flow
- Loaded, unloaded, and handled materials carefully to prevent damage
- Represented the company positively on job sites and during customer interactions
Assistant Manager/Shift leader
STEINGOLD'S OF CHICAGO
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Hired as a front of the house employee but was quickly promoted to assistant manager which included cash handling responsibilities. Customer facing leader role focused on promoting a positive dining experience.
Line Cook
TANAKA RAMEN
CHICAGO, IL
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Cooked and assembled dishes based on recipes and customers' preference in an accurate and timely manner. Ensured that the kitchen operation procedures and sanitation were compliant.
Culinary Intern
GEORGE TROIS GROUP
WINNETKA, IL
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Successfully completed culinary internship at one of Chicago’s top rated contemporary French restaurants. Recipient of Jean Banchet’s “Restaurant of the Year” in 2019. Offered a full-time position but was relocating.
Sales Associate
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
NORTHBROOK, IL
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Supported sales efforts including servicing wholesale and retail customers. Assisted customers by determining needs and presenting appropriate products and services. Promoted to “Key Holder” which expanded responsibilities including opening/closing of the store and cash management.
Education
A.A.S - Culinary Arts
Kendall College
IL11.2021
Skills
Field operations
Workplace safety
Professional communication
Sales
Culinary Experience
Restaurant Operations
Food Safety
Food Handler Certification
Customer Service Microsoft Office 360 – Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Timeline
Cabinet Delivery & Field Technician
Amish Custom Kitchens
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager/Shift leader
STEINGOLD'S OF CHICAGO
08.2022 - 12.2022
Line Cook
TANAKA RAMEN
02.2022 - 08.2022
Culinary Intern
GEORGE TROIS GROUP
04.2021 - 02.2022
Sales Associate
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
01.2018 - 11.2021
A.A.S - Culinary Arts
Kendall College