Christopher Mendoza
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
Energetic Crew Member offering outstanding skills in customer service, food safety and inventory restocking. Well-trained in operating kitchen equipment to prepare food and complete sales. Customer-focused food service worker devoted to meeting team and customer needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Busser
Tupelo Junction Cafe
508 29th St, Newport Beach, CA
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring tables were cleared and cleaned promptly after guests left.
- Maintained a clean and safe dining environment by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, and keeping walkways clear of debris.
- Assisted servers in managing their sections effectively
- Supported the overall dining experience by setting up tables with appropriate silverware, glassware, and linens.
- Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
3101 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Helped maintain a clean and welcoming dining area for customers, boosting overall satisfaction during their visit.
Server Assistant
P.F. Chang's Bistro
1145 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Greeted customers warmly to provide exceptional customer service.
- Bussed tables between courses and load and unloaded trays to expedite tasks.
- Assisted servers in meeting customers'' needs by refilling drinks, providing condiments, and addressing any concerns.
- Consistently exceeded expectations in maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the restaurant during busy shifts.
- Checked dining area supplies of linens, wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock.
Salad Maker
Mama D's
3012 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Achieved higher levels of teamwork among kitchen staff through effective communication and collaboration during busy shifts.
- Backed up servers by setting up trays and completing some food deliveries.
- Prepared salads appetizers and entrees for customers.
- Assured consistency across all salad offerings by following established recipes and closely monitoring the outcome.
- Kept pastry and dessert case stocked with fresh selections and arranged to entice orders.
Education
Associate of Arts - Art
California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CA06.2028
High School Diploma -
Newport Harbor High School
Costa Mesa, CA06.2022
Skills
- Foodservice
- Resilience and persistence
- Health Code Compliance
- Cleaning
- Safe Food Handling
- Verbal and written communication
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
09.2023 - 11.2023
Server Assistant
P.F. Chang's Bistro
09.2023 - 11.2023
Restaurant Busser
Tupelo Junction Cafe
09.2021 - 10.2024
Salad Maker
Mama D's
06.2021 - 09.2021
Associate of Arts - Art
California State University San Marcos
High School Diploma -
Newport Harbor High School