Gustavo Diaz
SANTABARBARA,CA
Summary
Luxury hospitality professional experienced in Forbes-level fine-dining service at San Ysidro Ranch. Skilled in anticipating guest needs, personalized service, wine and food pairing, tableside presentation, and maintaining exceptional service standards in high-volume, luxury environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Server | Promoted from Food runner
San Ysidro Ranch
Santa Barbara, California
09.2019 - Current
• Deliver personalized fine-dining service at San Ysidro Ranch, recognized among the world’s leading luxury hotels.
• Execute Forbes-level service standards while anticipating guest preferences and creating highly customized dining experiences.
• Guide guests through seasonal menus, wine selections, cocktails, allergens, and food-and-wine pairings.
• Perform tableside presentations and specialty service with precision, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Coordinate closely with culinary, beverage, and front-of-house teams to maintain seamless pacing and exceptional guest experiences.
Education
Dos Pueblos High School
Goleta, CASkills
- Forbes service standards
- Wine and food pairing
- Tableside Service & Presentation
- Guest Relations & Personalized Service
- Guest Needs Anticipation
- Deliver personalized fine-dining experiences at San Ysidro Ranch, ranked No 22 on The World’s 50 Best Hotels list
Timeline
Server | Promoted from Food runner
San Ysidro Ranch
09.2019 - Current
Dos Pueblos High School