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Calvin Nava-Dang

Huntington Beach,CA

Summary

Current student at Golden West College with 3 years of serving experience in mainly All You Can Eat KBBQ and Seafood Boil. Hardworking professional with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Full Tip Server

Bullgogi House
Garden Grove, CA
06.2024 - Current
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.

Server

Cajun Islands
Westminster, CA
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Maintained cleanliness of seafood counter area, including floors, walls, shelves, and equipment.
  • Operated cash register to process customer purchases of seafood items.
  • Succeeded in multitasking by providing excellent customer service to tables while simultaneously taking and fulfilling to-go orders through digital platforms or direct communication.
  • Performed dishwashing duties in a fast-paced restaurant environment
  • Maintained stock levels and replenished supplies as needed
  • Effectively bussed tables
  • Provided exceptional service at the bar for beer and wine beverages

Full Tip Server

Shik Do Rak
Garden Grove, CA
05.2022 - 06.2024
  • Ensured excellent customer satisfaction for a variety of dining parties
  • Contributed to the success of the closing night events through my dedication and hard work.
  • Effectively seated and provided hosting services for customers
  • Increased efficiency in the Point of Sale system
  • Delivered reliable and efficient All-You-Can-Eat service
  • Ensured timely replacement of hot grills to avoid mishaps.
  • Assumed management and shift lead responsibilities
  • Managed and organized kitchen inventory resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Took on busser responsibilities when required
  • Adhered to meticulous cleanliness standards consistently by cleaning hoods and grills
  • Delivered alcoholic drinks to customers

Boba Barista

Tea Otter
Garden Grove, CA
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
  • Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
  • Stocked shelves with ingredients needed to make coffee drinks.
  • Prepared specialty boba drinks such as lattes, milk teas, and fruit teas
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.

Skills

  • Volunteer Experience
  • Food inspection
  • Food Delivery
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Supply Restocking
  • Table Setting
  • Food Running
  • Table Bussing
  • Menu Memorization
  • Order Accuracy
  • High-volume dining
  • Positive and professional

Projects

  • Cocoro Bistro, 2105 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA, 95204, Worked closely with my Dad to understand his restaurant operations, gaining knowledge on how he manages his establishments and strategizes layouts for optimal customer experience.

Certification

  • Food Handlers Card
  • Responsible Beverage Service

Timeline

Full Tip Server

Bullgogi House
06.2024 - Current

Server

Cajun Islands
05.2024 - 07.2024

Full Tip Server

Shik Do Rak
05.2022 - 06.2024

Boba Barista

Tea Otter
10.2020 - 12.2020

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