Nicholas Matias
Windermere,FL
Summary
Motivated and dedicated 19-year-old high school graduate with hands-on experience as a line and prep cook at Big Fire. Skilled in frying, grilling, and sautéing, and eager to continue learning and growing in the culinary field. Passionate about delivering high-quality dishes and contributing to a dynamic kitchen team. Looking forward to bringing enthusiasm and a strong work ethic to a new culinary opportunity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Universal Orlando
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and dicing to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Followed food safety protocols to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in kitchen areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including mixers, ovens, and grills.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, notifying management about low stock levels for timely orders.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes and special requests from guests to enhance dining experiences.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
Hot Line Cook
Universal Orlando
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Prepared ingredients and maintained cleanliness in work area
- Assisted with plating and presentation of dishes
- Learned food safety protocols and kitchen safety procedures
- Followed recipes accurately to ensure quality standards
- Supported senior cooks in daily kitchen operations
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to facilitate seamless communication between the kitchen and dining areas for smooth operations during service hours.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously under pressure, maintaining poise and professionalism during busy times.
- Operated and maintained grills, fryers and other cooking equipment.
Line Cook
Panera Bread
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Prepared high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, including ovens, grills, and slicers, ensuring optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes and enhance service speed.
- Monitored inventory levels, communicated shortages to management, and assisted in stock replenishment efforts.
- Implemented time-saving techniques in meal preparation, improving overall kitchen efficiency during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Education
High School Diploma -
Olympia High School
4301 S Apopka Vineland RdSkills
- Cleaning and organization
- Safe food handling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Efficient multitasking
- Time management
- Food preparation
- Food handling
- Highly motivated
- Quick-learning
Timeline
Prep Cook
Universal Orlando
02.2024 - 08.2025
Hot Line Cook
Universal Orlando
02.2024 - 08.2025
Line Cook
Panera Bread
03.2022 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Olympia High School