Elda Gabriela Medina
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Meticulous, experienced food server, excellent at juggling multiple tasks, and working under pressure. Broad industry experience includes Server, Bartender, Banquet, Catering and promote long term loyalty.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Bar Celona,Sorriso,Hawng Haven and Ixtapa Cantina
Los Angeles, California
06.2017 - 02.2025
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Performed side work to prepare for next day
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance overall dining experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
- Managed guest orders and ensured accurate delivery of food and beverages.
- Responsible for a large areas
- Handled cash and processed payments efficiently at the end of meals.
Bartender and server
Italianos Restaurant
Los Angeles, California
05.2015 - 01.2017
- Assisted dinners with obtain food from the buffet and serving tables as need
- Prepared and served classic cocktails and specialty drinks to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate food and drink orders.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Prepared all food and items for to-go orders
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Server
Tandoor & The Rupee room
Orange, California
03.2010 - 04.2015
- Experience with rules of etiquette for banquets
- Arranged dinning sitting for banquets and reservations
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environments.
- Handled cash and processed payments efficiently at the end of meals.
- Took special orders
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Engaged with guests to create a welcoming atmosphere throughout their visit.
Education
Associate of Arts - Arts
Glendale Community College
Glendale, CASkills
- Menu knowledge and banquet etiquette
- Order accuracy and payment processing
- Alcohol service compliance
- Food and beverage management
- Bilingual
- Point of sale POS, Toast, and Clove sister operations
- Efficient multi tasked
Timeline
Server
Bar Celona,Sorriso,Hawng Haven and Ixtapa Cantina
06.2017 - 02.2025
Bartender and server
Italianos Restaurant
05.2015 - 01.2017
Server
Tandoor & The Rupee room
03.2010 - 04.2015
Associate of Arts - Arts
Glendale Community College