Abe Sarpas
Irvine,CA
Summary
Dynamic, results-oriented professional with extensive experience at DönerG Turkish and Mediterranean Grill. Demonstrated leadership in training staff and elevating customer satisfaction through exceptional service delivery. Proficient in problem-solving and upholding cleanliness standards, consistently acknowledged for outstanding performance and team motivation. Dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences and driving sales success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Server, Cashier, Line Cook, and Diner
DönerG Turkish and Mediterranean Grill
Irvine, USA
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Take drink and food orders; greet and provide customers with utensils.
- Greet and seat customers
- Made sure my coworkers were on task and focused
- Make customers orders as a line cook
- Served customers food while they were seated
- Buss tables and wash dishes
- Take trash out
- Refill and clean bubbler tanks
- Train new hires to become a cashier and line cook
- Take phone orders and give customers their food outside in their car
- Maintain proper etiquette; make sure customers have an exceptional experience
Sales Porter
Freeway Honda
Santa Ana, USA
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Ensure that vehicles are clean, polished, and well-maintained for display on the lot
- Arrange vehicles on the dealership lot to optimize space and visibility for customers
- Greet and assist customers with vehicle inquiries, directing them to sales staff as needed
- Prepare vehicles for test drives, including checking fuel levels, cleaning the interior, and ensuring the vehicle is in good condition
- Move vehicles to and from service areas, parking spaces, or other locations as directed by management or sales staff
- Monitor and report on vehicle inventory levels and conditions, including any damages or issues
- Assist with the preparation and handling of vehicle documentation, such as registration or sales paperwork
- Notify the service department of any vehicle issues or maintenance needs.
- Keep the dealership lot clean and free of debris, including regular sweeping or washing of the lot
- Follow safety protocols to ensure a safe environment for customers, staff, and vehicles
Lead Server, Cashier, Line Cook, and Diner
DönerG Turkish and Mediterranean Grill
Irvine, USA
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Took drink and food orders; greeted and provided customers with utensils.
- Greet and seat customers
- Made sure my coworkers were on task and focused
- Made customers orders as a line cook
- Served customers while they were seated
- Bussed tables and washed dishes
- Took trash out
- Refilled and cleaned bubbler tanks
- Trained new hires to become a cashier and line cook
- Took phone orders and gave customers their food outside in their car
- Maintain proper etiquette; make sure customers had exceptional experience
- Employee Excellence Recognition, September, 2023
Team Lead Server, Cashier, Line Cook, Diner, and Barista
Panera Bread
Irvine, USA
12.2021 - 10.2023
- Took drink and food orders; greeted and provided customers with utensils.
- Greet and seat customers
- Made sure my coworkers were on task and focused
- Made drinks for customers as the lead barista
- Bussed tables and took dishes to the back for cleaning
- Refilled and cleaned bubbler tanks
- Trained new hires to become a cashier, barista, and diner
- Took phone orders and served customers their food outside in their car
- Served customers food while they were seated
- Maintain etiquette; make sure customers had exceptional experience
- Team Member of the Month, June, 2022
- Promotion to Team Lead, August, 2022
- Certificate of Recognition 1 Year, 2023
Education
Bachelors - History
University of California, Irvine
Irvine06.2027
Associates - History
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Woodbridge High School
Irvine, CA06.2023
Skills
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Strong leadership
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Dining customer service
- Tabs and food running
- Table setting arrangements
- Service recovery
- Efficient food delivery
- Food station setup
- Tableside service
- Flexible schedule
- Table bussing
- Service prioritization
- Willingness to learn
- Team leadership
- Table setting
- Food and beverage pairing
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Sales goals achievement
- Team management
- Cleanliness standards
- Cash handling
- Accurate money handling
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Team motivation
- Reservation management
- Menu memorization
- Responsible and trustworthy
- Employee training
- Time management
- Conflict management
- Food preparation
- Effective communication
- Flexible and adaptable
- Active listening
- Multitasking Abilities
Availability
All Day, Anytime after 2:30 P.M., All Day, Anytime after 2:30 P.M., All Day, All Day, All Day, Yes Monday: All Day Tuesday: Anytime after 2:30 P.M. Wednesday: All Day Thursday: Anytime after 2:30 P.M. Friday: All Day Saturday: All Day Sunday: All Day
Languages
- English
- Spanish
- Arabic
- Pashto
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Arabic
Limited
Pashto
Limited
Timeline
Lead Server, Cashier, Line Cook, and Diner
DönerG Turkish and Mediterranean Grill
11.2024 - 01.2025
Sales Porter
Freeway Honda
08.2024 - 09.2024
Lead Server, Cashier, Line Cook, and Diner
DönerG Turkish and Mediterranean Grill
07.2023 - 02.2024
Team Lead Server, Cashier, Line Cook, Diner, and Barista
Panera Bread
12.2021 - 10.2023
Bachelors - History
University of California, Irvine
Associates - History
Irvine Valley College
High School Diploma -
Woodbridge High School