Christian Gonzalez
Montebello
Summary
Experienced front of house professional with 15+ years in the restaurant industry. Known for building strong guest relationships, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and delivering consistent, high-quality service. Punctual, reliable, and thrives in fast-paced environments ranging from casual to upscale dining.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Cashier
Eggbred Whittier (The Groves)
01.2026 - Current
- As front of the house cashier I'm in charge of taking guest's orders, handling credit card and cash transactions, guiding and upselling new and returning guests to new menu options, maintaining cleanliness of the front and restocking, expediting take out, kiosk and to go orders
- As back of the house Chef I'm charge of various food prepping for daily and weekly use, cooking food to order in a efficient and timely manner, being a teammate aiding preparation and completion of orders while maintaining fast ticket times, dishwashing, maintaining cleanliness of food stations, food and plate presentation for all orders are a must, opening and closing procedures.
Caregiver
In-home Caregiver
01.2007 - Current
- Caregiver for my mother with various tasks which include, ride transportation, grocery shopping, house keeping, meal preparation, dog walker, and medical aid.
Rideshare driver
Uber/Lift Driver
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Rideshare driver with a 4.95 star rating, taking clients to and from various locations, in various traffic congestion, obeying traffic laws, while multi-tasking with driver app and engaging with clients needs. Also picking up and dropping off food for client and meeting them by at their location and or taking the food inside apartments and office buildings.
Front Server
Drago Centro
Los Angeles, CA
08.2015 - 10.2016
- Lunch opener duties included resetting tables on floor and patio and set ice buckets with water bottles. Exceptional knowledge of food and wine menus,due to continuous seasonal menu changes. Heavy business clientele with substantial walkins throughout the week. Main responsibilities included control of station with back server delegation. While inputing orders,provided drink and wine service. As well as clearing plates throughout courses and assisting in re-marking the table with the proper silverware while at the same time provided exceptional service and upselling during service. Closing side work included readmitting checkout and polishing silverware.
Server
Yard House Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
12.2013 - 03.2015
- Delivered exceptional, friendly and fast service. Answered questions about menu selections and made recommendations when requested.Accurately recorded orders and partnered with team members to serve food and beverages at California's busiest location.Skillfully anticipated and addressed guest's service needs. Managed closing duties,including restocking items and reconciliation of the cash drawer.
Server
Pita Jungle
Pasadena, CA
10.2012 - 12.2013
- Assisted guest with making menu choices in an informative and helpful fashion at a Vegetarian restaurant.. Appropriately suggested additional items to guests to increase restaurant sales. Effectively communicated with kitchen staff regarding guest allergies. Regularly checked on guest to ensure satisfaction with each food and course and beverage order. Consistently adhered to quality expectations and standards. Routinely replaced table linens, table settings, glassware, windowsills, counters, floors, storage,areas, and service refrigerators.
Lead Food Expediter
The Cheesecake Factory
Pasadena, CA
07.2010 - 10.2013
- Setting the pace and flow of the kitchen. Ensured that tables orders are completed together according to menu standards and guest modifications, on time and conducted quality control.Finalization of temperature and plate presentation of food. Directed food runners and wait staff to delivering completed orders. Successful organization , coordination and communications skills. Called out orders across the lin and maintained composure in a loud, hot environment.
Skills
- Works well under pressure
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Trained in liquor, wine and food service
- Master of sales techniques
- Food ingredients expert
- Point of sale (POS) system operation, Aloha, Micros, squirrel and Toast
- California food Handlers Card
- Food safety understanding
- Upbeat, friendly, professional, and positive
- Highly responsible and reliable
- Works well with others in assistance and teamwork
- 12 years restaurant experience on both East & West coast in a multitude of work titles
- Bi-lingual (English, Spanish)
- Team leadership qualities
- Professionalism and integrity
- Account reconciliation mastery
- Organizational growth
Timeline
Chef/Cashier
Eggbred Whittier (The Groves)
01.2026 - Current
Rideshare driver
Uber/Lift Driver
08.2016 - 08.2019
Front Server
Drago Centro
08.2015 - 10.2016
Server
Yard House Inc.
12.2013 - 03.2015
Server
Pita Jungle
10.2012 - 12.2013
Lead Food Expediter
The Cheesecake Factory
07.2010 - 10.2013
Caregiver
In-home Caregiver
01.2007 - Current