Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Server

Emiliano Centeno

Columbus,OH

Summary

Working at Texas de Brazil, Brio Tuscan Grille, and Northstar Café allowed me to develop a well-rounded skill set in the restaurant industry. At Texas de Brazil, I enhanced my customer service and upselling abilities in a fast-paced, upscale environment. Brio Tuscan Grille deepened my knowledge of Italian cuisine and teamwork in a detail-oriented setting, while Northstar Café strengthened my multitasking and organizational skills as a line cook using fresh, organic ingredients. These roles taught me adaptability, collaboration, and the importance of delivering exceptional service.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server

Texas De Brazil
05.2024 - Current

Texas de Brazil is a Brazilian-American steakhouse known for its upscale dining experience, specializing in all-you-can-eat churrascaria-style service. The work environment is fast-paced, high-energy, and focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences. Including premium cuts of meat, wine pairings, and dessert options.

Server

Brio Tuscan Grill
03.2022 - 03.2024

Brio Tuscan Grille is an Italian-inspired upscale restaurant that focuses on offering guests a warm, inviting atmosphere paired with exceptional service. Employees are expected to have strong knowledge of the menu, including classic Italian dishes, wine pairings, and seasonal offerings, to provide personalized recommendations.

Line Cook

Northstar Cafe
02.2021 - 11.2022

As a line cook, the work environment is high-energy and team-oriented, emphasizing precision, efficiency, and consistency in preparing dishes to meet the café’s high standards. Line cooks are responsible for maintaining a clean and organized station.

Education

Associate Of Applied Business - Finance

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Guest engagement
  • Professional appearance
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Customer service
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Safe food handling
  • Menu memorization
  • Food running
  • High volume dining
  • Team collaboration
  • Sales techniques
  • Supply restocking
  • Table bussing
  • Suggestive selling
  • Dining area maintenance
  • Allergy awareness
  • Task prioritization
  • Table setting
  • Foreign language proficiency
  • Food station setup
  • Wine service
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Upselling techniques

Accomplishments

Academic Achievements Graduated with honors, maintaining a GPA of 3.9 throughout high school.
Consistently placed on the Dean’s List for 3 consecutive semesters.
Ranked in the top 25 of the class

Certification

A PIC Certification

  • Food handling and sanitation standards.
  • Temperature control and food storage.
  • Preventing cross-contamination.
  • Understanding foodborne illnesses and proper hygiene practices.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Server

Texas De Brazil
05.2024 - Current

Server

Brio Tuscan Grill
03.2022 - 03.2024

Line Cook

Northstar Cafe
02.2021 - 11.2022

Associate Of Applied Business - Finance

The Ohio State University
Emiliano Centeno