Matthew. (Mateo) Quijas
Webster
Summary
Experienced with kitchen operations, staff supervision, and food safety protocols. Utilizes leadership and organizational skills to ensure efficient kitchen performance and compliance with health regulations. Strong understanding of team management and workflow optimization to deliver high-quality meals consistently.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Chicken N Pickle
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks among staff members to optimize workflow and maintain high-quality standards.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing feedback promptly and implementing necessary adjustments to kitchen procedures.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in hiring and training new kitchen staff, fostering a positive team atmosphere for efficient productivity.
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Sylver Spoon Diner Theater
01.2017 - 12.2023
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
Bar Manager
Aqua Brew Brewhouse
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
Service Manager
Blue Dahlia Bistro
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed service staff to ensure customer satisfaction and compliance with company policies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, vendors, and suppliers.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
Server
Alamo Drafthouse
10.2015 - 06.2016
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Austin, TX12-2022
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies And Physcology
Texas State University
San Marcos05-2015
Skills
- Cost control
- Waste reduction
- Food preparation
- Scheduling staff
- Sanitation standards
- Food safety compliance
- Menu development
- Ordering supplies
- Recipe execution
- BOH operations
- Purchasing
- Food production management
- Vendor relationship management
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Chicken N Pickle
01.2024 - 05.2025
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Sylver Spoon Diner Theater
01.2017 - 12.2023
Bar Manager
Aqua Brew Brewhouse
02.2016 - 02.2018
Service Manager
Blue Dahlia Bistro
02.2016 - 01.2018
Server
Alamo Drafthouse
10.2015 - 06.2016
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies And Physcology
Texas State University
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