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Intern

Damian Garcia

Desert Hot Springs,CA

Summary

Dynamic and organized professional with experience at Elks Lodge 2639, excelling in teamwork and problem-solving. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective task management and relationship building. Skilled in event setup and proficient in various software programs, demonstrating a commitment to community service and leadership in volunteer recruitment.

Developed strong collaboration and communication skills in community-focused environment, looking to transition into new field. Demonstrates adaptability and commitment to supporting team objectives. Prepared to leverage these skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Catering Server

  • Assisted in event setup and teardown, ensuring a smooth transition between functions.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
  • Enhanced guest experience by providing exceptional service during catered events.

Restaurant Waiter

The Elks Lodge
06.2024 - 07.2025
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal guest experience.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to enable accurate food preparation.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.

Food Preparation Worker

  • Monitored and maintained required food temperatures for safety.
  • Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring stock and using inventory management techniques.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Prepared variety of dishes to customer satisfaction, ensuring high-quality culinary experiences.
  • Utilized organizational skills to maintain an orderly pantry system, simplifying ingredient retrieval during busy shifts.
  • Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
  • Demonstrated strong attention-to-detail when measuring ingredients and following recipes closely for best results.

Dishwasher

  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
  • Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
  • Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.

Intern

Elks Lodge 2639
06.2024 - 05.2025
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.

Education

None

Desert Hot Springs High School
Desert Hot Springs, CA
06-2025

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organized and efficient
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership qualities
  • Team collaboration
  • Community service
  • Computer skills
  • Flexible schedule
  • Relationship building
  • Decision-making
  • Event setup
  • Answering phones
  • Food distribution
  • Conflict resolution
  • Volunteer recruitment
  • Fundraising
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Team leadership
  • Empathy and patience
  • Donation management
  • Self motivation

Certification

  • certified food preper

Timeline

Restaurant Waiter

The Elks Lodge
06.2024 - 07.2025

Intern

Elks Lodge 2639
06.2024 - 05.2025

None

Desert Hot Springs High School

Catering Server

Food Preparation Worker

Dishwasher

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