David Barberena
Copperas Cove
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.
Experienced professional with solid background in foodservice. Offers excellent track record of tackling various tasks to support kitchen and wait staff. Demonstrates genuine hospitality to establish rapport with patrons and deliver memorable experiences.
Sociable server offering several years of experience delivering friendly, prompt service to customers. Skillful in making personalized menu recommendations and managing closing duties. In-depth knowledge of pos system operations and food safety and sanitation regulations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Server
Giovanni
Copperas Cove
02.2025 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Assisted guests with menu selections and special dietary requests.
- Processed orders accurately using the restaurant's point-of-sale system.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery to tables.
- Handled cash and credit transactions following company procedures.
- Set up and broke down dining areas for special events and reservations.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
Line Cook
Burger King
Copperas Cove
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, and ovens.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace.
- Monitored food safety standards and ensured compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in training new team members on cooking techniques.
- Communicated effectively with front-line staff to manage order flow.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Education
Copperas Cove High School
Copperas Cove, TXSkills
- Customer service
- Order processing
- Food safety compliance
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Cash handling
- Event setup
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- Table bussing
- Dining customer service
- Food safety
- Memory retention
Timeline
Server
Giovanni
02.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Burger King
02.2020 - 02.2021
Copperas Cove High School