- Cooking
- Food Sustainability
- Food Photography
James Barnao
Red Bank,NJ
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable culinary arts student with a strong desire to grow and learn. Excelled in roles requiring exceptional communication, effective time management, and problem solving skills. Over 2 years of consecutive front of house and back of house experience, demonstrating reliability and keen attention to detail.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Banquet Server
Molly Pitcher Inn
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team by suggesting new ideas for better banquet service operations.
- Coordinated with event planners and clients, ensuring smooth event execution and meeting expectations.
- Managed a team of servers to ensure timely food delivery and proper table settings for banquets with anywhere from 20-250 guests.
- Increased employee morale by fostering a positive work atmosphere through clear communication, teamwork, and recognition of accomplishments.
Back of House Cook
Jersey Shore BBQ
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality BBQ dishes.
- Ensured accurate portion control when plating dishes, minimizing food waste while providing consistent servings across all menu items.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely delivery of orders during peak hours.
Junior Banquet Server
Molly Pitcher Inn
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure in fast-paced banquet environments.
- Set up banquet tables and chairs based on event requirements.
- Demonstrated exceptional teamwork by collaborating with fellow servers to maintain a smooth flow of service during large-scale events.
Barback
Molly Pitcher Inn
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
- Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
- Restocked glassware, cleaned tables and organized supplies to meet demanding trading periods throughout shift.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down bar area for special events.
- Assisted with training new barbacks, sharing knowledge of bar operations and best practices, resulting in a more efficient team.
Education
Bachelors - Culinary Arts- Undecided
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY08.2027
High School Diploma -
Middletown High School North
Middletown, NJ06.2024
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Reliability and punctuality
- Effective Time Management
- Exceptional communication
- Adaptability to Change
- Stress Tolerance
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable Listening Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Knife Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
Certification
- Alcohol Server Certification - ServSafe Alcohol.
Interests
Timeline
Lead Banquet Server
Molly Pitcher Inn
02.2024 - 06.2024
Junior Banquet Server
Molly Pitcher Inn
08.2022 - 12.2023
Barback
Molly Pitcher Inn
03.2022 - 08.2022
Back of House Cook
Jersey Shore BBQ
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Alcohol Server Certification - ServSafe Alcohol.
Bachelors - Culinary Arts- Undecided
Culinary Institute of America
High School Diploma -
Middletown High School North
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