Mat H. Tanner
Slippery Rock
Summary
Knowledgeable Manager with solid history of managing teams and driving operational success. Skilled in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and efficiency. Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and decision-making.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager/Sous Chef
The Chop Shop
11.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Senior Manager
Piada Italian Street Food
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Achieved operational excellence by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease.
Kitchen Manager
Ben Franklin's Taproom
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Leading young crew in a high volume fast paced environment
- Handling ordering, scheduling, inventory and menu costing, event planning, menu development and line production
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Restaurant Manager/Executive Chef
LILA Inspired Cuisine
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Handled ordering, scheduling, inventory, labor and menu costing, menu development and line production
- Assisted launch of at-home dining service during Covid
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef
Crooked Tongue Brewing
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Held several course style menu tastings/pairings for special events
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Education
AOS - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY01.2005
Skills
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff training and development
- Complex Problem-solving
- Task delegation
- Documentation and reporting
- Operations management
- Shift scheduling
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Kitchen Manager/Sous Chef
The Chop Shop
11.2024 - Current
Senior Manager
Piada Italian Street Food
01.2024 - 11.2024
Kitchen Manager
Ben Franklin's Taproom
01.2022 - 01.2024
Restaurant Manager/Executive Chef
LILA Inspired Cuisine
01.2018 - 01.2021
Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef
Crooked Tongue Brewing
01.2017 - 01.2018
AOS - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
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