DIEGO GARCIA
Chicago,IL
Summary
A Seasoned Head Food Runner with comprehensive knowledge of restaurant operations and procedures. Strong background in coordinating food service activities, ensuring guest satisfaction, and supporting team members for smooth operations. Demonstrated skills in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation. Proven ability to streamline processes resulting in improved customer service levels.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Food Runner
BAMBOLA
CHICAGO, IL
05.2020 - 01.2024
- Assisted in the coordination of food delivery to guests' tables.
- Monitored food quality and presentation standards.
- Assigned tasks to other Food Runners when needed.
- Provided excellent customer service by attending to guests' needs quickly and efficiently.
- Set up stations for each meal shift according to established guidelines.
- Performed light cleaning duties such as wiping down tables and counters, mopping floors, and washing dishes.
- Adhered to all health code regulations regarding food storage, sanitation, and temperature control
FOOD RUNNER/BUSSER
BEATNIK WEST TOWN
CHICAGO, IL
02.2020 - 01.2024
- Delivered food to guests in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
- Assisted servers in setting up tables for guests.
- Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
- Replenished water glasses, bread baskets, condiments and other necessities during meal service.
- Provided assistance with clearing plates from tables after meals were completed.
- Maintained supplies such as napkins, silverware, glassware and plates throughout shift.
- Collaborated with management team on ways to improve service levels within the restaurant.
Restaurant Busser
MAMA DELIA
CHICAGO, IL
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Greeted customers and provided menus; took beverage orders and delivered drinks.
- Ensured that all areas were properly sanitized at the end of each shift.
- Communicated with kitchen staff regarding any special orders or requests from guests.
- Maintained cleanliness of work station throughout shift; wiped down counters, tables and chairs.
- Performed opening duties including setting up side stations for service staff.
- Assisted servers by refilling beverages, clearing dishes, carrying trays and delivering food items to the table.
- Reset tables in a timely manner with clean silverware, napkins and condiments.
- Swept floors and removed garbage from dining area.
Skills
- Table Bussing
- Order Accuracy
- Food presentation
- Menu knowledge
- Food allergy awareness
- Strong leadership
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
CHEF CHRISTIAN - EXECUTIVE CHEF AT BEATNIK WEST TOWN- 773-937-1548
CHEF MARCO- COMPANY DISTRICT CHEFF-312-433-9177
ERIK LUNA- MANAGER- BEATNIK -773-852-9453
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Restaurant Busser
MAMA DELIA
03.2021 - 03.2023
Head Food Runner
BAMBOLA
05.2020 - 01.2024
FOOD RUNNER/BUSSER
BEATNIK WEST TOWN
02.2020 - 01.2024
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