Juan Caihuara
ARLINGTON,VA
Summary
Hardworking waiter with several years of experience and solid background in food service field. Highly skilled at meeting needs of diverse customers while keeping calm and maintaining professionalism. History of delivering speedy service while working on feet for long periods of time and training incoming staff. I've been doing banquets for almost 19 years, and I love what I do; I'm passionate about my job.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Server
Well Dunn Catering
Washington, District of Columbia
2023 - Current
- Set up events according to the event's BEO.
- Set tables, chairs, linens, glasses and silverware according to the menu.
- Set up and tore down all catering services in banquet halls and at customer locations.
Lead Banquet Server
Dupont Circle Hotel
Washington, DC
11.2017 - Current
- Delivered exceptional guest service during high-volume banquet events.
- Supervised banquet staff to ensure smooth event operations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food service delivery.
- set up and break down of event (silverware, napkins, glassware, plates)
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance job skills and knowledge.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest experiences.
- Checked identification to verify minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
- Provide guidance and support to banquet servers throughout the duration of events.
- Set up banquet tables and chairs for events and functions.
- Set up stations for serving meals according to established guidelines.
- Replenished buffet lines with fresh foods as needed.
- Served appetizers and drinks during reception hours.
Banquet Server
Grand Hyatt Hotel
Washington, District of Columbia
2009 - 2017
- Served and cleaned up tray serviced.
Education
Associate of Arts - Mechanical Engineering
NVCC Alexandria Campus
Alexandria, VASkills
- Event coordination
- Food safety compliance
- Beverage service
- Staff supervision
- Fast learner
- Attention to detail
- Buffet setup and takedown
- Hospitality service expertise
- Food running
- Customer service
- Time management
- Team leadership
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Banquet Server
Dupont Circle Hotel
11.2017 - Current
Catering Server
Well Dunn Catering
2023 - Current
Banquet Server
Grand Hyatt Hotel
2009 - 2017
Associate of Arts - Mechanical Engineering
NVCC Alexandria Campus