Alejandro Cardenas
Queens,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented Food Runner experienced in high-volume restaurant settings. Ensures accurate order delivery and timely service to elevate customer satisfaction. Knowledgeable in diverse cuisines and dietary restrictions, enhancing the dining experience through efficient meal delivery and organized food stations.
Overview
2
2
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Handler
Canino/ Busters and whiskers
Queens, New York
10.2026 - Current
- Managed dog feeding, watering, and kennel cleaning at Canino.
- Supervised playtime, fostering safe group interactions and promoting calm behavior.
- Supported anxious dogs through gentle handling methods, reducing stress with patience and steady guidance.
- Leashed dogs for walks, bathroom breaks, and exercise routines.
- Secured leashes, collars, and harnesses before each outing.
- Administered care during walks, focusing on comfort and well-being of senior and energetic dogs.
- Walked dogs on leash, observing all safety precautions and following commands from owners.
Food Runner
Guantanamera
Manhattan, NY
04.2022 - Current
- Delivered plated dishes from kitchen to dining room tables at Guantanamera.
- Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
- Communicated special requests and allergens to kitchen staff.
- Supported expediters during busy dinner rush at Guantanamera.
- Cleared empty plates and reset tables for next service.
- Performed daily pre-shift side work duties such as restocking supplies, polishing silverware.
- Removed dishes and glasses from tables for cleaning.
Prep Cook/Quick Service Food Server
Scop
Manhattan, New York
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Prepared and cooked food items such as sandwiches, salads, hamburgers, french fries, fried chicken, and other menu items according to established recipes.
- Operated grill, fryer, and stovetop equipment for breakfast and lunch orders
- Chopped, diced, and portioned produce following prep lists
- Labeled, dated, and stored ingredients using kitchen safety standards
- Prepared ingredients for daily kitchen service in restaurant kitchen
Food Runner
Lucky Strike Times Square
Manhattan
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Delivered food to guests in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
- Verified order accuracy with servers before running food to tables
- Communicated special requests and table changes with waitstaff and kitchen
- Supported expo line by organizing plates and prioritizing ticket flow
- Assisted with side work and restocked service stations throughout shifts
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift operations.
Education
Instituto Britanico
Bogota colombia Skills
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Effective multitasking
- Team communication
- Restaurant service
- Dining room setup
- Efficient movement
- Strong work ethic
- Quick learner
- Memory retention
- Hospitality service expertise
- Table service
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dog Handler
Canino/ Busters and whiskers
10.2026 - Current
Prep Cook/Quick Service Food Server
Scop
09.2025 - 12.2025
Food Runner
Guantanamera
04.2022 - Current
Food Runner
Lucky Strike Times Square
10.2021 - 03.2022
Instituto Britanico