Matthew Stratton
Burscough,Lanc
Summary
Experienced professional with expertise in health and safety compliance, hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP), and kitchen management. Demonstrates a strong command of strategic thinking, and effective communication to ensure operational excellence. Skilled in decision making to drive adherence to regulations and optimise processes within food service environments. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality while contributing to organisational success.
Offering strong foundation in teamwork, creativity, and time management. Knowledgeable about food safety, customer service, and multitasking in fast-paced environments. Ready to use and develop culinary skills, organisation, and communication in any role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sous chef
The Green Room/ Enzo's Pizza
Ormskirk, Lancashire
2022.07 - Current
- Created estimates of food and labour costs to set accurate operating budgets.
- Streamlined kitchen processes by implementing effective time management strategies.
- Demonstrated good food knowledge, from efficient ingredient preparation to creative plating.
- Checked freezers and refrigerators to verify correct storage and temperatures.
- Acquired level 1,2 and 3 health and hygiene, helping the achieving of 5 stars from health.
Commis chef
The Fat Italian
Ormskirk, Lancashire
2019.09 - 2022.07
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customer needs and palates.
- Remained calm and effective in fast-paced kitchen environments to promptly deliver high-quality dishes.
- Maximised restaurant capacity by coordinating seamless, efficient meal services.
- Provided support to senior chefs, improving speed of service delivery.
Store assistant
Tesco
Burscough, Lancashire
2019.11 - 2020.01
- Guided customers to locate products or alternative items.
- Handled complaints efficiently, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment methods, providing customer receipts for reference.
Commis chef
Briars Hall
Burscough, Lancashire
2018.07 - 2019.09
- Complied with food safety regulations.
- Regularly rotated stock and helped to organise incoming deliveries of fresh produce, promoting best inventory management practices.
- Acquired Level 1 Health & Hygiene.
- Assisted in large-scale catering events, ensuring successful execution.
Education
Criminology
Edge Hill University
Ormskirk 2020.09 - 2025.05
Btech - Public Services
Runshaw College
Leyland 2018.09 - 2020.05
GCSEs -
Burscough Priory Academy
Burscough 2013.09 - 2018.05
Skills
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP)
- Kitchen management
- Food hygiene standards
- Decision making
- Effective communication
- Strategic thinking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sous chef
The Green Room/ Enzo's Pizza
2022.07 - Current
Criminology
Edge Hill University
2020.09 - 2025.05
Store assistant
Tesco
2019.11 - 2020.01
Commis chef
The Fat Italian
2019.09 - 2022.07
Btech - Public Services
Runshaw College
2018.09 - 2020.05
Commis chef
Briars Hall
2018.07 - 2019.09
GCSEs -
Burscough Priory Academy
2013.09 - 2018.05