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Matt Gatchell

Matt Gatchell

Hamilton,WKO

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in business operations management and staff training. Proven expertise in kitchen management and conflict resolution, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering positive work environments. Innovative educator skilled in lesson design and student engagement, dedicated to creating effective learning experiences.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Dean's Assistant

Fraser High School
Hamilton, Hamilton
07.2025 - Current
  • Managed communication between faculty, students, and administration effectively.
  • Composed, edited and typed complex memos and reports with job-related software.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between students and staff to maintain a positive environment.
  • Oversaw student conduct processes to ensure adherence to school policies.
  • Monitored student attendance and engagement to identify areas for improvement.
  • Established behavioral procedures to reinforce positive interactions between parents, students and faculty.

Home Economics Teacher

Fraser High School
Hamilton, Hamilton
04.2024 - Current
  • Designed engaging lesson plans for home economics curriculum.
  • Evaluated student performance through projects and assessments.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary learning opportunities.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating projects.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for using various types of equipment including ovens, microwaves and sewing machines.

Owner/Operator

Fill A Bowl
Hamilton, Hamilton
11.2020 - 01.2024
  • Company Overview: healthy fast food outlet
  • Healthy fast food outlet
  • Managed daily operations and ensured efficient workflow in business activities.
  • Developed marketing strategies to attract new customers and retain existing ones.
  • Trained and mentored staff to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.

Owner/Operator

Cafe Inc
Hamilton
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Company Overview: successful suburban cafe
  • Successful suburban cafe
  • Managed daily operations of the business, ensuring smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in all operational activities.
  • Coordinated scheduling of staff shifts to meet business needs and customer demand.
  • Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.

Owner/Operator

Goneburger Trailer
Hamilton, Hamilton
02.2011 - 08.2013
  • Company Overview: gourmet burgers
  • Gourmet burgers
  • Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
  • Organized events such as trade shows or conferences in order to promote brand awareness.

Education

Diploma of Business Management -

WINTEC
01.2011

Batchelor of Teaching -

Waikato University
01.2010

Certificate in barista and Restaurant service -

01.2000

Skills

  • Business Operations Management
  • Staff Management
  • Menu Design
  • Marketing & Sales
  • Kitchen Management
  • Head Chef
  • KPIS
  • Costing
  • Rosters
  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Crisis management
  • Behavior management
  • Student development

Timeline

Dean's Assistant

Fraser High School
07.2025 - Current

Home Economics Teacher

Fraser High School
04.2024 - Current

Owner/Operator

Fill A Bowl
11.2020 - 01.2024

Owner/Operator

Cafe Inc
01.2014 - 01.2020

Owner/Operator

Goneburger Trailer
02.2011 - 08.2013

Diploma of Business Management -

WINTEC

Batchelor of Teaching -

Waikato University

Certificate in barista and Restaurant service -

Matt Gatchell