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Eric Gandara

Blue Island,IL

Summary

Outgoing banquet server offering extensive knowledge of hospitality etiquette, setups from weddings and buffet functions and provide great customer service.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Banquet Server

Marriott Marquis Chicago
Chicago, IL
09.2017 - Current
Duties: serve high volume functions from corporate to social events.

Banquet Server

Trump International Hotel and Tower
Chicago, IL
01.2008 - 03.2018

Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods and Deliver exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in a timely, friendly manner.

  • Prepared serving and appetizer trays and setting tables in setup for events.
  • Walked among tables and refilled water and beverage glasses or took orders for more drinks and food.
  • Collected dishes promptly after each course, cleared crumbs and glassware, and maintained customer satisfaction.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.

Banquet Captain

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
Chicago, IL
07.2016 - 09.2017

Duties: Oversee the daily events and make sure servers follow standards and provide service.

  • Communicated with venue personnel to coordinate event logistics.
  • Supervised food preparation, delivery and quality to ensure satisfaction.

In room dining captain,on-call banquet server

Park Hyatt Chicago
Chicago, 60611
03.2000 - 01.2008
As a In-room dining captain I overseen the daily operation of food orders delivered in a timely manner made sure servers followed all standards, I made sure all amenities delivered on time took care of scheduling, payroll. My position as a banquet server attend to every guest I serve from wedding to cooperate dinners, lunches and breakfast buffets.

Education

GED - Computers

Kelvyn Park high school

Skills

  • Highly responsible and reliable
  • Upbeat, outgoing and positive
  • Works well under pressure
  • Food safety understanding

Accomplishments

I completed my food handlers certification and I am also TIPS certifiied.

Timeline

Banquet Server

Marriott Marquis Chicago
09.2017 - Current

Banquet Captain

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
07.2016 - 09.2017

Banquet Server

Trump International Hotel and Tower
01.2008 - 03.2018

In room dining captain,on-call banquet server

Park Hyatt Chicago
03.2000 - 01.2008

GED - Computers

Kelvyn Park high school
Eric Gandara