Versatile and dynamic, with a proven track record at Restaurante Los 3 Hermanos, I excel in high-pressure environments, showcasing exceptional food presentation and team leadership skills. Certified in food safety, I significantly contributed to maintaining high food quality standards and fostering a collaborative kitchen atmosphere, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef De Partie
Restaurante Los 3 Hermanos
06.2023 - Current
Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Server
Restaurante Los 3 Hermanos
05.2021 - 06.2023
Maintained a clean and organized dining area, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure prompt delivery of food items, maintaining optimal food quality.
Displayed strong teamwork capabilities by assisting fellow servers in managing their sections when needed, fostering a positive work environment.
Efficiently managed multiple tables, prioritizing tasks to deliver timely and accurate orders.
Streamlined order-taking process by quickly entering orders into POS system, reducing wait times for customers.
Demonstrated strong knowledge of menu offerings, effectively answering guest inquiries and making recommendations based on dietary preferences or restrictions.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating dining needs.
Exceeded customer expectations through friendly demeanor and attentive service despite working high-volume shifts or large parties.
Assisted in training new server hires, sharing best practices and restaurant procedures.
Adhered to strict cash handling policies, ensuring accurate transactions during payment processing at shift end.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Assistant Customer Service Manager
La Placita Supermarket
01.2020 - 01.2021
Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
Assisted in training new hires on company policies, procedures, and software systems to ensure seamless integration into the team.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving complaints and issues.
Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
Reviewed submitted documents to check compliance and enforce recordkeeping policies.
Assisted with pricing questions, inventory availability and changes to existing order and shipping information.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Assisted customers with Florida lottery machine and ensure customers play responsibly.
Assisted with store inventory by calling suppliers and receiving deliveries as soon as possible.
Count out a cashier's register.
Provide customers with money orders upon request.
Cash checks by scanning check and verifying customers identification and dispense cash.
Cashier
La Placita Supermarket
01.2018 - 01.2021
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL
05-2022
Skills
Food presentation
Proper food handling
Memory retention
Food safety practices
Energy and stamina
POS system operations
Customer service excellence
Customer focused
Cash management
Certification
ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Restaurante Los 3 Hermanos
06.2023 - Current
Server
Restaurante Los 3 Hermanos
05.2021 - 06.2023
Assistant Customer Service Manager
La Placita Supermarket
01.2020 - 01.2021
Cashier
La Placita Supermarket
01.2018 - 01.2021
ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Associate of Arts -
Polk State College
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