ALEX M SALAS
Louisville,CO
Summary
Friendly food service professional with experience serving guests, coordinating with kitchen staff, and supporting banquet events. Skilled in accurate order handling, multitasking, and maintaining a clean, efficient work area. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with a strong focus on guest satisfaction and dependable teamwork.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Server and Food Runner
Rio Grande Restaurant
Boulder , CO
09.2023 - 06.2026
- Demonstrated enthusiasm and in-depth knowledge of restaurant menu and products to enhance guest experience.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Verified identification to ensure compliance with age restrictions for alcohol service. to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
- Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
- Set banquet tables with linens, silverware, glassware, and place settings.
- Served plated meals and beverage refills during private banquet events.
- Assisted guests with seating, menu questions, and special service requests.
- Assisted in the setup and breakdown of banquet tables, chairs, linens, and other equipment.
- Provided prompt, friendly service to all guests during banquets or catered events.
- Monitored guest satisfaction throughout events, promptly addressing needs to ensure a positive dining experience.
- Greeted arriving guests and escorted each to assigned tables, took drink orders and answered questions about events.
- Transported trays filled with food items to dining areas for guest service. Transported food items from kitchen to dining areas.
- Resolved guest concerns quickly, improving customer experience and escalating issues to management for effective resolution.
Server and Food Runner
Tapatio Restaurant
Superior, CO
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Took accurate food and drink orders and communicated requests to kitchen staff.
- Delivered meals and checked tables for order accuracy and guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated with hosts, cooks, and bartenders during busy service periods.
- Supported teammates by refilling drinks, clearing dishes, and maintaining clean stations.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Presented menus and described daily specials, house dishes, and beverage selections.
Cook
Boss Lady Pizza
Superior, CO
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Operated ovens and tracked cooking times for consistent pizza quality.
- Assembled specialty pizzas from kitchen tickets and customer requests.
- Prepared pizza dough, sauces, and toppings to ensure quality for Boss Lady Pizza Service.
- Maintained clean workstations and sanitized tools to support efficient service during busy shifts.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline order flow and timing for faster service.
Education
Associate of Science in Sports Medicine
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO08-2025
High School Diploma -
Fairview High School
Boulder, CO05-2023
Skills
- Exceptional customer service
- Attention to detail
- Time management and efficient service
- Multitasking in fast-paced environments
- Guest needs anticipation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Calm under pressure
- Role adaptability
- Problem-solving skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Reliable and punctual
- Professional, courteous, and respectful communication
Affiliations
- Spending quality time with family and friends, swimming, fitness and wellness, camping and outdoor recreation, traveling and community volunteering.
Timeline
Server and Food Runner
Rio Grande Restaurant
09.2023 - 06.2026
Server and Food Runner
Tapatio Restaurant
04.2021 - 07.2022
Cook
Boss Lady Pizza
01.2019 - 01.2020
Associate of Science in Sports Medicine
Front Range Community College
High School Diploma -
Fairview High School