Matthew Willis-Butler is seeking a management position utilizing over 20 years of experience in food service, including positions as a kitchen manager, general manager, and manager at various restaurants, with responsibilities such as overseeing daily operations, supervising food preparation, ensuring customer satisfaction, and managing inventory, staff, and administrative functions. He has skills in areas like software and data management, personnel management, business development, budgeting, food preparation, facility design, and regulatory compliance. His resume provides details on his employment history, education, and references.

1. Matthew (Lee) Willis-Butler
802 117th Terrace N. APT. 7
Saint Petersburg, FL 33716
(407) 538-3588
leewillis321@gmail.com
Objective:
To obtain a position using my team building and management skills to advance the
financial objectives of the company.
Skills:
Computer software management (food service specific), programming, and data entry
Personnel management, teamwork, supervision, and employee training
Business development and marketing including menu development and layout
Budgeting and portion control
Food preparation and presentation
Facility layout and customization including cabinetry/counter design and building
Experience:
Over 20 years of progressive supervisory and management experience in food service
including corporate, chain, and small business environments. With a five year stint in
cabinetry which built skills in design and maintenance. Past responsibilities include:
 Managed daily operations of the restaurant
 Supervised preparation of meals
 Ensured customer satisfaction with their dining experience
 Managed inventory and ordering of food, equipment and supplies
 Arranged for routine maintenance and upkeep of the restaurant, its
equipment, and facilities
 Managed administrative functions of the business, including recruiting new
employees, employee performance, and training
 Determined which menu items are most popular. Created new menus and
supervised routine food preparation operations
 Choose suppliers for best quality and most competitive cost
 Placed orders and scheduled delivery of fresh food and supplies
 Scheduled services such as linen and heavy-duty cleaning of kitchen
equipment
 Complied with all regulatory requirements and inspections
 Motivated employees to work as a team and one-on-one training to key
personnel
 Ensured that diners are served properly and in a timely manner
 Handled written and telephone requests for bands, private parties and
catering events
 Investigated and resolved customer complaints about food quality or service
 Monitored employees and patrons to ensure personal safety of everyone
 Purchased food, paper goods maintaining inventory control

2. Employers:
Aarons Sales and Lease Saint Petersburg,
Florida
1/2015 to 4/2015
*CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS
MANAGER TRAINEE
EXTENUATING
CIRCUMSTANCES
Gandy Sand Bar and Grill Saint Petersburg,
Florida
12/2011 to 12/2014
*Kitchen Manager
Joe's Beach Bar Saint Petersburg,
Florida
11/2009 to 11/2011
*General Manager CLOSED
Tampa Bay POS Systems Saint Petersburg,
Florida
04/2009 to 10/2009
*Computer Tech TEMP
MJ's Saint Petersburg,
Florida
2/2008 to 3/2009
*Manager CLOSED
Bennigan’s Grill and Tavern Saint Petersburg,
Florida
8/2007 to 1/2008
*Server, Cook, Shift Lead CLOSED
Ruby Tuesday's Merritt Island,
Florida
3/2001 to 7/2007
*Manager RELOCATED
Education: Carmel High School Carmel, Indiana
High School Diploma Graduated 1995
References: Pat Saunders 727-430-1644 US Foods, Sales Representative, 3 years
Sean Hurst 321-219-9522 Tribe-K Martial Arts, Owner, 10 years
Tellie Hall 727-570-2101 SunTrust Bank, Asst. Vice President, 1 Year