Andy Merino
Washington,DC
Summary
Entry-level Food Runner and true team player remains cool under extreme pressure in high-tempo kitchens. Takes direction well and consistently meets schedule requirements. Backs up servers, back bars and kitchen staff to deliver outstanding customer service to patrons.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Runner
Le Diplomate
02.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
- Quickly delivered items to guests, minimizing wait times.
- Enhanced dining experience by attentively responding to guest requests
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
- Monitored food temperatures and kept records of all food items.
Food Runner
Gatsby
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Garnished dishes and quickly delivered items to customers, minimizing wait times.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
- Enhanced dining experience by attentively responding to guest requests and providing accurate information about menu items.
- Acted as a liaison between the kitchen, serving staff, and guests, ensuring clear communication for efficient service delivery.
- Monitored food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed.
Server
Vin Sur Vingt
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Presented menus to guests promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Busser/Host/Food Runner
Bantam King
12.2018 - 06.2021
- Ensured timely food delivery by promptly bringing out dishes from the kitchen.
- Reduced wait times for tables by quickly clearing and resetting them after guests departed.
- Anticipated server needs, proactively refilling water glasses and removing empty plates from tables.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Managed reservations efficiently to accommodate walk-in guests and reduce wait times.
Education
BBA - Business Management
University of District of Columbia
Washington, DC06.2026
High School Diploma -
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Washington, DC06.2020
Skills
- Table setup
- Timely food delivery
- Restaurant Etiquette
- Fine Dining
- Strong teamwork
- Quick Learner
- Bussing Tables
- Foodservice
- Customer Service
Timeline
Food Runner
Le Diplomate
02.2023 - Current
Food Runner
Gatsby
08.2021 - 12.2022
Server
Vin Sur Vingt
04.2021 - 08.2021
Busser/Host/Food Runner
Bantam King
12.2018 - 06.2021
BBA - Business Management
University of District of Columbia
High School Diploma -
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
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