Adam Pavon
Pasadena,CA
Summary
Experienced restaurant and customer service professional with hands-on experience in both front-of-house and back-of-house environments. Skilled in high-volume service, guest communication, order accuracy, teamwork, and maintaining a fast, organized workflow. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with leadership experience and a strong ability to stay composed, personable, and efficient during busy service.
Overview
2
2
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Crabster Sea Food & Grill
Progreso , Yucatán
05.2022 - Current
- Managed multiple tables in a high-volume restaurant
- Provided attentive, accurate guest service
- Coordinated with kitchen and bar staff in English and Spanish
Grill Cook
Gaucho Asado
Carlsbad, California
01.2026 - Current
- Prepared food quickly while maintaining quality and consistency
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff during busy service
- Maintained a clean, organized, food-safe workstation
Grill Cook
Cava
San Marcos, California
01.2025 - 11.2025
- Prepared food in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Maintained quality, cleanliness, and food safety standards
- Worked efficiently with team members during service
Intern
The Solís Group
Pasadena , CA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with project documentation, audits, and contractor submittals
- Supported staff with administrative tasks and project coordination
- Developed strong organization, communication, and time-management skills in a professional office environment
Shift Leader
Robeks Fresh Juices & Smoothies
Pasadena , CA
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Led shifts and supported daily operations
- Trained team members and maintained service standards
- Handled orders, payments, and opening/closing duties
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
California State University San Marcos
San Marcos 05-2027
Skills
- Food Safety Standards
- Order Accuracy
- High-Volume Service
- Table Service
- POS Systems
- Customer Service
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem Resolution
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Communication
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Grill Cook
Gaucho Asado
01.2026 - Current
Grill Cook
Cava
01.2025 - 11.2025
Intern
The Solís Group
05.2023 - 08.2023
Server
Crabster Sea Food & Grill
05.2022 - Current
Shift Leader
Robeks Fresh Juices & Smoothies
06.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
California State University San Marcos