Reid Matsumura
Executive Chef
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Seasoned Executive Chef with background in diverse culinary styles and management of kitchen operations. Proven expertise in menu development, cost control, and high-quality food preparation. Known for leadership skills, creativity, and commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences. Made significant impact by improving efficiency and streamlining processes in previous roles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Straits Restaurant
San Jose, California
01.2022 - Current
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling, and equipment maintenance.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Coordinated and executed menu planning, recipe development and daily restaurant operations.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
Chef De Cuisine
Foodland
Honolulu, Hawaii
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Managed budget, labor, and direct operating expenses for operation.
Cook / Partner
Home Bar & Grill
Honolulu, Hawaii
07.2010 - 03.2016
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Shidler Business College
Hawaii06-2010
High School Diploma -
Kalani High School
Hawaii06-2005
Skills
- Recipes and menu planning
- Sanitation coordination
- Signature dish creation
- Budgeting and cost control
- Business operations oversight
- Food preparation techniques
- Banquets and catering
- Food plating and presentation
- Forecasting and planning
- Staff management
- Vendor relations
- ServSafe certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Chef
Straits Restaurant
01.2022 - Current
Chef De Cuisine
Foodland
01.2017 - 12.2021
Cook / Partner
Home Bar & Grill
07.2010 - 03.2016
BBA - Accounting
Shidler Business College
High School Diploma -
Kalani High School
Similar Profiles
Jessica DangJessica Dang
Marketing Coordinator at Straits RestaurantMarketing Coordinator at Straits Restaurant
Hannah KatonganHannah Katongan
Occupancy Specialist at Bering Straits Regional Housing AuthorityOccupancy Specialist at Bering Straits Regional Housing Authority
Joshwa EdsallJoshwa Edsall
Armed Security Guard at Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC)Armed Security Guard at Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC)