Andres Rodriguez
Queens,NY
Summary
Quality-focused and efficient Cook adept at preparing and plating food in high energy, fast-paced kitchens. Expertly trained in French Cuisine at Gastronomy School Gato Dumas. High-experience in customer service as Barback, Busser and Food Runner and Japanese cuisine as a cook. Passionate about cuisine and hospitality industry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Barback
Her Name Was Carmen
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Supporting bartenders by stocking bar supplies, preparing garnishes, and maintaining cleanliness.
- Ensuring the bar was always fully stocked and operational during busy shifts.
- Supporting bartenders in preparing and delivering drinks to customers, ensuring quick and efficient service.
Barback
Boucherie
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisting bartenders in setting up and closing down the bar.
- Maintaining cleanliness of work areas and adhered to health and safety standards.
- Ensuring the bar was consistently well-stocked with ice, glassware, and supplies during peak hours.
Back Server
Balthazar
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Arranging silverware, plates, glassware, and napkins for new guests.
- Ensuring tables are stocked with condiments, salt and pepper shakers, and other necessary items.
- Removing used dishes, utensils, and glassware once guests have finished their meals.
- Ensuring that dining areas are tidy and free of clutter.
Back Server
The Press Lounge
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Taking dirty dishes to the kitchen for washing.
- Keeping wait stations stocked with necessary supplies like silverware, glassware, and napkins.
- Offering a warm greeting and directing them to their seats if necessary.
- Preparing tables for the next set of guests by resetting the table settings.
Food Runner
The Press Lounge
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Quickly and accurately bringing food from the kitchen to the dining tables.
- Coordinating with servers to ensure food is delivered to the right table and guest.
- Informing guests about the dishes being served, including ingredients and any special instructions.
Education
Associate of Arts - Associate of Arts, Culinary, Pastry And Baking Art
Gastronomy School Gato Dumas
Bogota, Colombia12.2014
Skills
- Efficient multitasking
- Food handling
- Cleanliness standards
- Order Accuracy
- Guest Engagement
- Menu Memorization
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Barback
Her Name Was Carmen
06.2023 - 07.2024
Barback
Boucherie
12.2022 - 05.2023
Back Server
Balthazar
05.2021 - 12.2022
Back Server
The Press Lounge
01.2018 - 01.2020
Food Runner
The Press Lounge
01.2018 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Associate of Arts, Culinary, Pastry And Baking Art
Gastronomy School Gato Dumas