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Jonathan Velela

San Diego,CA

Summary

Hard-working and motivated server assistant with more than 5 years in restaurant industry. Proud to be a vital part of a high performing team that delivers exceptional food and service and exceeds guest expectations. Talented at coordinating daily activities to meet great service and quality standards.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Server Assistant/Food Runner

Lou & Mickey's Steakhouse
San Diego, CA
09.2023 - Current
  • Greets guests and answers any questions they have about the menu
  • Collaborates with servers to ensure needs of customers are met accordingly
  • Assists servers with carrying food from kitchen to tables, refilling drinks, and clearing away dirty dishes
  • Assists in training new server assistants on job responsibilities and procedures
  • Demonstrates ability to multi-task by performing additional duties as assigned
  • Performs opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies, setting up workstations, cleaning counters

Server Assistant/Food Runner

Mister A's Restaurant
San Diego, CA
03.2020 - Current
  • Prepares dining room for patrons by setting tables and stocking all necessary supplies prior to the beginning of service
  • Maintains table settings by removing finished courses and replenishing utensils as necessary
  • Refills water glasses
  • Supports wait stuff by assisting them with delivery of food and retrieval of any supplies they may require
  • Follows and maintains all sanitation and safety procedures
  • Always maintains a professional attitude during service
  • Additional duties nay include assisting kitchen staff with preparing ingredients and cleaning kitchen surfaces

Server Assistant/Food Runner

Eddie V's Prime Seafood & Steaks
La Jolla, CA
06.2017 - 12.2019
  • Completes daily opening and closing duties and cleaning according to established side-work checklist
  • Assist Servers in providing efficient service
  • Trains and guides newly employed bussers to encourage enhanced performance
  • Clears tables efficiently to maintain a high turnover rate and minimize wait times
  • Performs any other duties as requested by supervisor
  • Adheres to all food safety standards as established by the restaurant

Skills

  • The ability to work professionally while maintaining a focus on quality and customer service
  • Organization, initiative & planning skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Effective communication skills that enables conversation with guests in an unobtrusive and pleasing manner

Timeline

Server Assistant/Food Runner

Lou & Mickey's Steakhouse
09.2023 - Current

Server Assistant/Food Runner

Mister A's Restaurant
03.2020 - Current

Server Assistant/Food Runner

Eddie V's Prime Seafood & Steaks
06.2017 - 12.2019
Jonathan Velela