Christopher Vazquez
East Rutherford
Summary
Dynamic server with exceptional customer service skills, proficient in guest engagement and high-volume dining environments. Committed to delivering memorable dining experiences and enhancing team efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Chart House
Weehawken, NJ
05.2025 - 05.2026
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed food and beverage orders efficiently using a POS system.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely order delivery.
- Upsold specials and promotions to increase restaurant revenue consistently.
- Facilitated team-oriented atmosphere, assisting coworkers during rush periods to ensure smooth operations.
Restaurant Owner/Manager on Duty
RJ's Pizzeria and Restaurant
Rockaway, NJ
03.2017 - 01.2025
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained staff on customer service standards, improving overall dining experience quality.
- Managed inventory control systems to minimize waste and optimize ingredient usage.
- Developed and implemented efficient kitchen workflow processes to enhance food preparation speed.
- Cultivated a positive dining atmosphere by maintaining a clean and inviting establishment.
- Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
Server/Assistant Manager
Charlie Brown's Fresh Grill
Denville, NJ
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Trained and mentored new staff on restaurant protocols and customer service standards.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation and expedite order fulfillment.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ01-2011
Skills
- Work ethic
- Customer service
- Cash management
- Guest relations
- Menu knowledge
- High-volume service
- Food safety compliance
- Communication
Timeline
Server
Chart House
05.2025 - 05.2026
Restaurant Owner/Manager on Duty
RJ's Pizzeria and Restaurant
03.2017 - 01.2025
Server/Assistant Manager
Charlie Brown's Fresh Grill
01.2014 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Business Administration
County College of Morris