Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Community Service
Timeline
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Benjamin Blumenthal

Encinitas,CA

Summary

Hardworking team player knowledgeable about dining operations and beverage services. Always willing to go above and beyond to serve guests quickly and exceed expectations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Food runner/ Preparation of Food/Food Line/Busser/Cashier

Lola 55 Tacos and Cocktails
Carlsbad
05.2024 - Current
  • Delivered food promptly to tables while ensuring accurate order presentation.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient food service flow.
  • Monitored guest satisfaction and addressed any concerns with professionalism.
  • Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas throughout shift including counter tops, floors, equipment.
  • Assisted with food preparation, including chopping vegetables, making salads, tacos, cooking protein, and making sure the warmer was stocked with everything needed for the next shift.
  • Operated dishwashing machine to ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all dishes.

Host/Busser

The Dodo Restaurant
Salt Lake City
10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Greeted and seated guests promptly at The Dodo Restaurant.
  • Assisted servers by communicating guest needs and preferences clearly.
  • Trained new hosts on procedures and customer service standards thoroughly.
  • Managed incoming calls during busy shifts.
  • Assisted servers by delivering food and beverages efficiently.
  • Followed health and safety guidelines to maintain a sanitary environment.
  • Bussed and reset tables in an orderly fashion.

Busser

Buca Di Beppo
Salt Lake City/Carlsbad
05.2023 - 04.2024
  • Assisted servers by delivering food and beverages promptly to tables.
  • Removed dirty dishes from tables to maintain a tidy dining environment.
  • Participated in training new bussers on best practices and restaurant procedures.
  • Maintained a friendly attitude towards customers at all times.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils, and refilling beverages.

Camp Counselor

YMCA
Encinitas
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Supervised daily activities for children in outdoor and indoor settings.
  • Led group games and recreational activities to promote teamwork and engagement.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed during all camp activities and events.
  • Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
  • Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.

Starbucks/Courtesy Clerk/Checker

Vons
Carlsbad
04.2020 - 07.2022
  • Assisted customers with bagging groceries efficiently and accurately.
  • Handled customer inquiries and provided helpful information about store products.
  • Oversaw collection shopping carts from parking lot to maintain clean, organized area.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Education

High School Diploma -

La Costa Canyon
Carlsbad, CA
06-2022

Skills

  • Organizational skills
  • Time management
  • Hospitality and accommodation
  • Food safety
  • Pressure resilience
  • Food preparation
  • Effective communication
  • Guest satisfaction monitoring
  • Table bussing
  • Strong teamwork
  • Safe food handling
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration

References

  • Lola 55 Manager, Rachel Robinson: (760)-579-1874
  • The Dodo Restaurant: (801)-486-2473

Community Service

  • Philanthropy Service Chair, Organized community service hours for Phikeia class of Phi Delta Theta
  • Volunteer Soccer Coach, During school breaks I coach at youth soccer camps

Timeline

Host/Busser

The Dodo Restaurant
10.2024 - 04.2025

Food runner/ Preparation of Food/Food Line/Busser/Cashier

Lola 55 Tacos and Cocktails
05.2024 - Current

Camp Counselor

YMCA
06.2023 - 08.2023

Busser

Buca Di Beppo
05.2023 - 04.2024

Starbucks/Courtesy Clerk/Checker

Vons
04.2020 - 07.2022

High School Diploma -

La Costa Canyon