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Efrain Rafael

Lake Station,IN

Summary

Detail-oriented professional experienced in maintaining cleanliness and efficiency in high-paced dining environments. Skilled in supply replenishment, heavy load transport, and clear communication, contributing to enhanced customer satisfaction and team collaboration.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Busboy

Maxims Restaurant
Merrillville, Indiana
01.2010 - 08.2025
  • Cleared and set tables for efficient dining service.
  • Assisted waitstaff by delivering food and beverages promptly.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area and restrooms throughout shifts.
  • Monitored customer needs and communicated requests to the team.
  • Cleaned and sanitized tables, chairs, and booths after each customer's departure.
  • Removed dirty dishes, glasses, and silverware from tables to be washed.
  • Reset tables for new customers in an efficient manner.
  • Performed basic maintenance tasks such as wiping down counters or mopping floors.
  • Replenished supplies of clean table linens, napkins, glassware, dinnerware, and flatware as needed.
  • Checked on guests periodically throughout their mealtime to ensure satisfaction with their dining experience.
  • Transported heavy loads of dishes between kitchen and dining room safely.

Dishwasher

Bayside Grill
Gary, Indiana
06.2005 - 01.2010
  • Operated dishwashing machines to maintain cleanliness of kitchenware.
  • Sorted and organized dishes, utensils, and glassware for efficient washing.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area following health and safety standards.
  • Assisted kitchen staff by providing clean dishes during peak service hours.
  • Monitored detergent levels and replenished supplies as needed.
  • Followed proper procedures for handling breakable items to prevent damage.
  • Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
  • Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
  • Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
  • Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.

Skills

  • Customer service excellence
  • Sanitation practices
  • Supply replenishment
  • Heavy load transport
  • Time management
  • Clear communication
  • Spill cleanup
  • Team collaboration
  • Client relations
  • Resourcefulness
  • Cleanliness maintenance
  • Efficient table clearing
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Adaptability in fast-paced environments
  • Beverage refilling

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Busboy

Maxims Restaurant
01.2010 - 08.2025

Dishwasher

Bayside Grill
06.2005 - 01.2010

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