Aaron Peña
Inglewood,CA
Summary
Hardworking professional with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Server
Vida Modern Mexican Tequila
Redondo Beach, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guest needs and responding promptly to requests.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Trained new staff members on food handling procedures and service techniques.
Baseball Coach
San Gabriel Valley Baseball
Los Angeles, CA
08.2021 - 02.2024
- Created a positive learning environment where athletes felt comfortable expressing themselves freely while playing the game they love.
- Organized practice sessions to develop team strategies and improve overall performance.
- Developed individualized training programs for each player based on their skills and abilities.
Restaurant Host
Fiesta Martin Bar & Grill
Inglewood, CA
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed waitlists during peak hours; monitored incoming reservations via phone calls or online applications.
- Responded appropriately to customer complaints, bringing major issues to attention of manager on duty.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up side stations and restocking condiments.
Education
Associate of Science - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA01-2025
Skills
- Dining customer service
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Safe food handling
- Strong communication abilities
Certification
- Certified Food Handler
Languages
- Conversational Spanish
Timeline
Restaurant Server
Vida Modern Mexican Tequila
08.2022 - Current
Baseball Coach
San Gabriel Valley Baseball
08.2021 - 02.2024
Restaurant Host
Fiesta Martin Bar & Grill
07.2020 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Long Beach City College
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