Jose Nelson Granados
1338 Crenshaw Blvd Apt#10, Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Professional and detail-oriented with over 20 years of experience in Fine dinning, High volume restaurant and Night life, excelling in inventory control and guest service. Proven ability to anticipate needs and enhance operational efficiency, ensuring exceptional dining experiences. Certified in ABS and ServSafe, skilled in beverage preparation,Batch prep and maintaining a pristine bar environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Barback
Ciprianis Beverly Hills
362 North Camden Dr, Beverly Hills, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained adequate levels of liquor,wines,beers well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
- Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
- Restocked ice, Fresh garnish and juices.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions.
- Delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to issues.
- Provided attentive service and proactively assessed guest needs.
- Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
- Date and name avery item like garnish and juices.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, contributing to overall restaurant ambiance.
Barback
Cecconi's Restaurant West Hollywood
8764 Melrose Ave West Hollywood, , C.A
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for regular service and special events.
- Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Prep fresh garnishes and juices make sure product is fresh for every service.
Food Runner
Spago Beverly Hills
Los Angeles, CA
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Garnished dishes and quickly delivered items to customers, minimizing wait times.
- Delivered food items to tables ensuring each restaurant patron received correct order.
- Asked diners about meals to assess satisfaction and collect vital feedback to improve operations.
- Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
- Assisted servers with table settings and beverage refills to support high-volume shifts.
- Organized dining area based on reservations, minimizing waiting times.
- Delivered timely food orders to tables, ensuring exceptional guest experiences.
Education
C-33 Painting And Decoration License -
Trade School
Los Angeles, CA03-2026
High School Diploma -
Fort Lauderdale High School
Fort Lauderdale, FL2004
Skills
Excellent in understanding basic sanitation requirements regarding to food and alcohol handling,personal hygiene and equipment safety
Garnish and fresh juices preparation and safety
Stocking and replenishing
Assist Bartenders in any needs (pour beer help with service bar)
Maintaining bar organized and always clean
Inventory Control
Beverage preparation
Be there for Guest and anticipate their needs
Place settings
Bar terminology
Food running
ABS Certify exp 04/2029
ServSafe Certify #82898614Exp03/2029
Efficient multitasking
Timeline
Lead Barback
Ciprianis Beverly Hills
01.2024 - Current
Barback
Cecconi's Restaurant West Hollywood
01.2019 - 12.2023
Food Runner
Spago Beverly Hills
02.2017 - 12.2019
C-33 Painting And Decoration License -
Trade School
High School Diploma -
Fort Lauderdale High School