David DominguezOrtega
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic restaurant professional with a proven track record at Yerba Buena, excelling in customer service and guest engagement. Skilled in managing large parties and ensuring food safety, I consistently enhance dining experiences through effective communication and menu recommendations, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Professional hospitality specialist with robust experience in high-paced dining environments. Skilled in delivering exceptional customer service, managing tables efficiently, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and consistently achieving results. Known for reliability, effective communication, and positive attitude.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Waiter
Viva Toro
05.2021 - 05.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service in high-pressure dining environment.
- Assisted in training new staff on menu items and service protocols.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely order delivery.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate meal preparation and presentation.
Restaurant Waiter
Yerba Buena
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas throughout shifts.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly to enhance overall dining experience.
- Recommended menu items based on guest preferences, improving sales and satisfaction.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in positive feedback from guests.
Restaurant Server
Mexico Lindo
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Delivered exceptional customer service in high-pressure dining environment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Trained and mentored new servers on menu knowledge and service standards.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, maintaining high levels of guest satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to meet health standards.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment for guest comfort and enjoyment.
Education
No Degree - Food Protection
Department of Health And Mental Hygiene
New York, NY05-2013
GED -
LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City, NY06-2012
Skills
- Customer service
- Order taking
- Cleanliness
- Service quality
- Cash handling
- Table setting
- Food safety awareness
- Guest engagement
- Allergy awareness
- Food hygiene
- Large party coordination
- Mixed drinks
- Specials recommendations
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Restaurant Waiter
Viva Toro
05.2021 - 05.2025
Restaurant Waiter
Yerba Buena
01.2018 - 04.2021
Restaurant Server
Mexico Lindo
03.2016 - 03.2018
No Degree - Food Protection
Department of Health And Mental Hygiene
GED -
LaGuardia Community College