Aaron Staats
Covina,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with over 10 years in fine dining, including leadership at Subway. Proven expertise in bartending and restaurant management, complemented by ABC certification. Adept at training staff and enhancing service efficiency, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while managing high-volume environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Lead & Server
Subway
Glendora, CA
03.2025 - Current
- Coached and trained employees, managing daily work assignments to optimize workflow and enhance operational effectiveness.
- Assisted in managing operations across multiple Subway locations, contributing to consistent service delivery and operational coordination.
- Executed opening and closing procedures, including setting alarm systems and counting money, to ensure security and accuracy.
Server
Polly's Pie
Los Alamitos, CA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered outstanding customer service in fast-paced dining environment, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat patronage.
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
Server & Bartender
RoadHouse Grill
Long Beach, CA
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Provided bartending services in a busy restaurant, mixing and serving drinks to customers.
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance dining experience.
- Took food and drink orders accurately and promptly.
- Managed table settings to ensure cleanliness and organization.
Everything
Sophies Place Bar/Restaurant
Redondo Beach, CA
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Progressed through roles from dishwasher to server over 8 years, gaining extensive knowledge of restaurant operations.
Bartender & Server
Super Mex
Long Beach, CA
- Prepared and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers.
- Mixed and served cocktails and beverages, enhancing guest experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
Bartender
Acapulco Spanish Cuisine
Long Beach, CA
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to customers.
- Maintained sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment to uphold health standards.
Server
Chili's
Lakewood, CA
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
Server & Bar Back
Riveria Bar/Restaurant
Redondo Beach, CA
- Coordinated with team members to maintain efficient service during peak hours.
Server
Islands Restaurant
Long Beach, CA
- Captured customer food and drink orders accurately, ensuring timely service.
Expo & Bar Back
Hudson House Bar/Restaurant
Redondo Beach, CA
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Associate of Science - Microbiology
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA01-2022
Skills
- Bartending and serving
- Cocktail preparation
- Fine dining expertise 10 years
- Customer service
- Shift leadership skills
- Restaurant management experience
- Employee training
- Operational coordination
- ABC certified professional Bartender
Referrals
RoadHouse SteakHouse (562)-377-5952 [Cathy G.M.]
Subway (909)-343-9303 [Owner of 5 Subways]
Michael B. (562)-533-6647 [Mortgage Broker, Retired Police Officer, Veteran]
John S. (213)-475-7086 [Previous Manager]
Personal Information
- Age: 31
- Date of Birth: 04/02/94
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Websites
Accomplishments
Employee of the year
Timeline
Shift Lead & Server
Subway
03.2025 - Current
Server
Polly's Pie
01.2023 - 01.2024
Server & Bartender
RoadHouse Grill
04.2020 - 05.2022
Everything
Sophies Place Bar/Restaurant
01.2017 - 02.2018
Bartender & Server
Super Mex
Bartender
Acapulco Spanish Cuisine
Server
Chili's
Server & Bar Back
Riveria Bar/Restaurant
Server
Islands Restaurant
Expo & Bar Back
Hudson House Bar/Restaurant
Associate of Science - Microbiology
California State University, Long Beach