Christian Elias
Edgewater, Chicago,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic and reliable professional who takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints, and resolving issues in a timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Shake Bar
JoJo's Shake Bar - River North
09.2022 - Current
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness, frequently cleaning, organizing, and restocking serving and shake backstock areas
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Line Cook/Cashier Trainer
Chipotle Mexican Grill
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Learned how to prepare menu items according to precise recipes, cooking procedures and methodologies.
- Trained cooks to maintain clean, organized and sanitary workstations.
- Coordinated group training to share kitchen procedure changes.
- Supported management strategies to build cooperative and skilled kitchen team.
Cashier/Busser/Prep/Line Cook
Mancino's Italian Eatery
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Goshen High School
Goshen, IN06.2018
Skills
- Practice Management
- Proper Food Handling
- Event Supervision
- Customer Service and Rapport
- High-Volume Dining
- Servsafe Certified
- Allergy Management
- Business Operations
Guitarist 9 years
Has learned and honed guitar skills for the past 9 years. Has taught Guitar Lessons for 2 years and frequently participated in performances involving guitar and well as vocals.
Timeline
Server/Shake Bar
JoJo's Shake Bar - River North
09.2022 - Current
Line Cook/Cashier Trainer
Chipotle Mexican Grill
10.2021 - 10.2022
Cashier/Busser/Prep/Line Cook
Mancino's Italian Eatery
08.2016 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Goshen High School
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