Matthew Chastain
Mills River
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated professional with experience as a Line Cook at Hickory Tavern, excelling in time management and attention to detail. Proven ability to enhance food quality and streamline processes, ensuring optimal safety standards. Reliable team player with a strong focus on problem-solving and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Hickory Tavern
08.2017 - 07.2025
- AshePrepared high-quality ingredients following menu specifications and safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring proper maintenance and cleanliness.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes during peak hours.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Adapted to changing menu items quickly, maintaining consistency in food quality.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to ensure optimal food safety standards were met.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Forklift Operator
Lassonde Pappas
12.2014 - 07.2017
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to maintain safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Trained new employees on safe forklift operation and workplace procedures, enhancing team competency.
- Collaborated with inventory teams to manage stock levels, reducing order discrepancies and improving accuracy.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across warehouse, ensuring timely delivery and optimal workflow.
- Monitored warehouse environment for compliance with safety regulations, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Machine Operator
Warm Company
01.2011 - 11.2014
- Operated machinery to maintain production flow and meet daily targets.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues for timely resolution.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machines to ensure optimal operation.
- Trained new operators on safety procedures and equipment handling.
- Performed quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking materials for production needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Henderson High School
Hendersonville, NCSkills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Line Cook
Hickory Tavern
08.2017 - 07.2025
Forklift Operator
Lassonde Pappas
12.2014 - 07.2017
Machine Operator
Warm Company
01.2011 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
West Henderson High School