Karina Aguilar
Oakland,CA
Summary
Dynamic hospitality professional with extensive experience at diferent restaurants excelling in event coordination and service prioritization. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective teamwork and meticulous attention to detail. Skilled in cash handling and suggestive selling, consistently delivering exceptional dining experiences in high-pressure environments. Experienced professional with solid background in foodservice. Offers excellent track record of tackling various tasks to support kitchen and wait staff. Demonstrates genuine hospitality to establish rapport with patrons and deliver memorable experiences.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Nido’s backyard
Oakland, California
05.2021 - 02.2026
- Set up dining areas for special events and large parties effectively.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Busser, Food Runner
Trabocco Restaurant
Alameda, CA
03.2014 - 03.2020
- Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to support efficient cleaning.
Banquet Server
Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar- Oakland
Oakland, CA
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Cleared dishes and glassware quickly following each course.
- Guided arriving guests to tables, took drink orders and relayed information to bartenders.
- Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
- Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
- Checked on tables and drink needs while refilling water glasses and bringing supplies to customers.
Busser Food Runer
Paradiso Restaurant
San Leandro, CA
06.2009 - 05.2014
- Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to support efficient cleaning.
Pantry Cook
Casa Orinda
Orinda, CA
07.2013 - 12.2013
- Utilized culinary and cutlery tools to prepare various foods for cooking or cold dish presentations.
- Distributed food to wait staff quickly during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Stocked supplies to maintain sufficient levels of food products at pantry station.
Dishwasher, precook, Busser, Baker
The Fat Lady Bar & Restaurant
Jack London Oakland, CA
04.2003 - 04.2012
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Cooked all menu items according to specified instructions.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
Education
High School Diploma -
Porfirio Aburto Aparicio
Veracruz Mexico06.2000
Skills
- Table Setting Knowledge
- Teamwork
- Food Running
- Cleaning
- Food Delivery
- Service Station Maintenance
- Condiment Refilling
- Hospitality Service Expertise
- Bar and Beverage Restocking
- Meal Delivery
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Event coordination
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Multitasking skills
- Service prioritization
- Cash handling
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- Suggestive selling
- Dietary restrictions knowledge
Timeline
Server
Nido’s backyard
05.2021 - 02.2026
Banquet Server
Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar- Oakland
06.2018 - 02.2019
Busser, Food Runner
Trabocco Restaurant
03.2014 - 03.2020
Pantry Cook
Casa Orinda
07.2013 - 12.2013
Busser Food Runer
Paradiso Restaurant
06.2009 - 05.2014
Dishwasher, precook, Busser, Baker
The Fat Lady Bar & Restaurant
04.2003 - 04.2012
High School Diploma -
Porfirio Aburto Aparicio