Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Ola La Toya Matthews

Ola La Toya Matthews

San Juan,Trinidad & Tobago

Summary

Experienced hospitality professional with over 20 years of success in restaurant, bar, hotel, and catering environments. Proven expertise in bar and floor management, mixology, event coordination, staff leadership, and customer satisfaction. Known for delivering high service standards, developing innovative beverage menus, and leading efficient, motivated teams.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager / Catering Services

D-Flavour Fusion
01.2020 - Current
  • Lead daily kitchen and catering operations
  • Organized staff shifts, inventory, and vendor communication
  • Planned and executed catering for private and corporate events
  • Maintained food quality standards and customer satisfaction

Bar & Floor Manager / Acting Restaurant Manager

The Crapaud Foot Restaurant
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Supervised daily restaurant and bar operations
  • Trained and scheduled front-of-house and bar staff
  • Designed and launched a new customized drinks menu
  • Managed inventory, suppliers, and stock levels
  • Handled guest concerns and ensured top-tier service

Restaurant Manager

Lumers Restaurant & Bar
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Managed full restaurant operations
  • Oversaw budgets, sales, and inventory
  • Coordinated private dining and special events
  • Conducted staff performance evaluations

On-Call Banquet Server

Hyatt Regency Trinidad
01.2007 - 01.2020
  • Set up and served banquets, weddings, and conferences
  • Ensured seamless service at high-profile events

Bartender / Mixologist / Cashier

Radisson Hotel
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Delivered cocktail service at a high-traffic bar
  • Managed cash transactions and bar inventory
  • Maintained cleanliness and efficiency in bar setup

Bartender / Mixologist / Cashier

Carlton Savannah Hotel
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Provided bar services for hotel guests and functions
  • Delivered exceptional hospitality and beverage service

Bartender / Mixologist

Prime Restaurant
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Created and served specialty cocktails
  • Maintained a clean and organized bar area

Bartender / Cashier / Server

Woodford Café
01.2002 - 01.2007
  • Provided full-service dining and bar service
  • Handled cash and POS transactions

Education

Joshua Educational Institute
01.2003

San Juan Senior Comprehensive School
01.2002

Aranguez Junior Secondary School
01.2000

San Juan Girls’ R.C. School
01.1997

Skills

  • Restaurant & Bar Management
  • Mixology & Beverage Menu Development
  • Event Planning & Catering Services
  • Team Leadership & Training
  • Inventory & Cost Control
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • POS & Cash Handling
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Basic Equipment Maintenance

Certification

  • Introduction to Bartending and Mixology
  • Food and Beverage Management
  • Equipment Workshop Program — MTS
  • Maintenance Training — Level 1

References

  • Stacy-Ann Romaine, Supervisor, Radisson Hotel, 384-3960
  • Jewel Devagars, Operations Manager, Crapaud Foot Restaurant, 748-2988

Timeline

Bar & Floor Manager / Acting Restaurant Manager

The Crapaud Foot Restaurant
01.2025 - 07.2025

Manager / Catering Services

D-Flavour Fusion
01.2020 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Lumers Restaurant & Bar
01.2015 - 01.2020

Bartender / Mixologist / Cashier

Radisson Hotel
01.2013 - 01.2015

Bartender / Mixologist / Cashier

Carlton Savannah Hotel
01.2010 - 01.2013

On-Call Banquet Server

Hyatt Regency Trinidad
01.2007 - 01.2020

Bartender / Mixologist

Prime Restaurant
01.2007 - 01.2009

Bartender / Cashier / Server

Woodford Café
01.2002 - 01.2007

Joshua Educational Institute

San Juan Senior Comprehensive School

Aranguez Junior Secondary School

San Juan Girls’ R.C. School

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