Daniel Arnold
West Jordan,UT
Summary
Hardworking server 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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Catering
Trupianos Italian Bistro
Fallbrook, CA
03.2019 - 01.2024
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Loaded catering supplies and equipment into delivery vehicle to transport items to event location.
- Set up buffets according to customer instructions ensuring quality presentation of products.
- Delivered catering orders for up to 300 guests to businesses, homes and community groups across San Diego.
Server/ Bartender
La Caseta Fine Dining Mexican Cuisine
Fallbrook, CA
01.2015 - 04.2019
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Presented menus to patrons to answer questions about offered items and make suitable recommendations.
- Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
Server/Bartender/Catering
The Huki Lou/Fallbrook Golf Course
Fallbrook, CA
04.2012 - 01.2016
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Set up banquet tables with linens, glassware and silverware as needed for events or parties.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fallbrook High School
Fallbrook, CA06-2010
Skills
- Order Management
- Food Delivery
- Banquet Coordination
- Wine Pairings
- Strong Work Ethic
- Effective Customer Upselling
- Point of Sale (POS) System Operations
- Liquor, Wine, and Food Service
- High-Volume Dining
- Menu Memorization
- Buffet Setup and Takedown
Accomplishments
- Reached the Rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America.
- Quick and efficient Bartender that has served over 30 weddings of guest counts ranging from 100 to 300, Served over 100 Catering events and banquets.
Timeline
Server/Catering
Trupianos Italian Bistro
03.2019 - 01.2024
Server/ Bartender
La Caseta Fine Dining Mexican Cuisine
01.2015 - 04.2019
Server/Bartender/Catering
The Huki Lou/Fallbrook Golf Course
04.2012 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Fallbrook High School