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Carlos Crespo

Dallas

Summary

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

Work History

Server

Darden
Minneapolis
10.2024 - Current
  • Greet guests warmly, take drink and food orders accurately.
  • Inform guests about menu items, daily specials, and recommendations.
  • Serve food and beverages promptly and correctly.
  • Handle payments (cash, credit, etc.) and process checks.
  • Provide excellent customer service — check on guests, address any issues, and ensure satisfaction.
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in your section and the dining area.
  • Roll silverware, stock condiments, help with side work (soups, salad bar setup/cleanup).
  • Work as a team and assist coworkers when needed.
  • Follow all food safety, alcohol service (if serving alcohol), and company policies.

Bartender

Areas USA
Minneapolis
12.2021 - 05.2024

Take beverage orders from guests and servers.

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks per the restaurant’s standard recipes.

• Input orders into the POS system, create guest checks, and maintain accountability.

• Process payments (cash, credit cards), make change, and handle vouchers.

• Wash and sterilize glassware.

• Prepare garnishes, replenish bar snacks/appetizers.

• Maintain daily stock of fresh garnishes, juices, and perishables.

• Strictly follow all liquor laws (ID checks, no service to minors/intoxicated guests).

• Handle disorderly guests by contacting management/security.

• Clear and reset tables in the bar area.

• Follow service standards: present menus, make recommendations, answer questions.

• Keep the bar clean (counters, sinks, utensils, shelves, storage).

• Report equipment/maintenance issues.

• Restock bar inventory (beer, wine, spirits, supplies, condiments).

• Fill in as needed for smooth operations.

Education

Atlantic City High School
Atlantic City, NJ

Skills

  • Order accuracy
  • Menu knowledge
  • Payment processing
  • Bilingual
  • Alcohol and wine knowledge
  • Food safety compliance
  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Menu memorization
  • Stress management
  • Positive and professional
  • Team member support
  • Calm demeanor
  • Team collaboration

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Server

Darden
10.2024 - Current

Bartender

Areas USA
12.2021 - 05.2024

Atlantic City High School
Carlos Crespo