Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
References
Very good fit.
Timeline
Server

Cristian Tapia

Nipomo

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

10
10
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server

Jockos steakhouse
Nipomo
05.2018 - Current
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
  • Managed food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
  • Assisted in training new servers on restaurant policies and procedures.
  • Recommended menu items to enhance guest dining experiences.
  • Handled cash transactions and processed payments accurately at the register.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction during visits.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Checked food before serving it to customers.
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
  • Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
  • Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
  • Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
  • Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
  • Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
  • Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
  • Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
  • Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.

Greenheart inc.

Agriculture
Arroyo Grande
07.2015 - 07.2025

Education

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Sbbc College
Santa Maria, CA
06.2013 - 10.2015

Nipomo High School
Nipomo , California

Skills

  • Order management
  • Cash handling
  • Food safety
  • POS operation
  • Menu knowledge
  • Customer relationship management
  • Complaint resolution
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Guest engagement
  • Supply restocking
  • Food station setup
  • Special dietary requirements
  • Order accuracy
  • Quality control
  • Task prioritization
  • Wine pairing
  • Table bussing

Languages

Spanish0
Full Professional

Certification

  • Food handlers
  • Safety training
  • ABC license

References

References available upon request.

Very good fit.

  • I am a people person. I have charisma and a good sense of humor. I can make a customer's day go from from bad to good. They will be leaving with a smile. I also know my strains on which will hell you sleep, active and relax .

Timeline

Server

Jockos steakhouse
05.2018 - Current

Greenheart inc.

Agriculture
07.2015 - 07.2025

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Sbbc College
06.2013 - 10.2015

Nipomo High School
Cristian Tapia
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