Tamberly Matte
Lafayette
Summary
Experienced culinary professional adept at multitasking across various food stations. Skilled in food preparation, inventory management, and promoting a positive dining experience through exceptional customer service.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Whiskey and Vine
Lafayette, LA
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, following health and safety protocols.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, notifying management of shortages promptly.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring quality and freshness.
- Followed recipes accurately to ensure consistency in food quality and presentation.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
Hostess
Posideon Sushi and Oyster Bar
New Orleans, LA
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Greeted and seated guests efficiently, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Assisted with menu explanations, highlighting daily specials to enhance guest experience.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in dining areas.
- Supported special events by preparing seating arrangements and coordinating service staff.
- Handled guest inquiries and feedback with professionalism, promoting customer satisfaction.
Chef
Gaia Steakhouse
New Orleans, LA
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of cooking stations and dining areas.
- Supported head chef in menu planning and daily specials execution.
- Adapted recipes based on customer preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Prepared and plated high-quality dishes in a fast-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High
Lafayette, LASkills
- Time management
- Inventory stocking
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Excel
- Cash handling
- Servering
- Cleaning and organization
- Culinary
- Management
Accomplishments
- Contributed to a consistent customer satisfaction rating through quality and timely service.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
French
Limited Working
Japanese
Elementary
Timeline
Prep Cook
Whiskey and Vine
01.2026 - 03.2026
Hostess
Posideon Sushi and Oyster Bar
04.2025 - 08.2025
Chef
Gaia Steakhouse
03.2025 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High