Kendrick Valderrama
Chart House
Palm Bay,FL
2
Languages
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Professional hospitality worker, ready to excel in fast-paced environment. Proven track record in ensuring exceptional customer service and satisfaction. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, consistently meeting changing needs. Skilled in managing multiple tasks, handling customer inquiries, and maintaining clean and organized workspace. Reliable and results-driven, with positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
Work History
Server
7 Months- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
Server
4 Years 3 Months- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance dining experience.
- Managed table assignments and maintained cleanliness throughout restaurant.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery.
- Accurately processed orders using point-of-sale system.
- Assisted in training new team members on service protocols.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Line Cook
1 Year 5 Months- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and standards.
- Maintained clean kitchen equipment and work areas for food safety compliance.
- Assisted with inventory management by monitoring stock levels and alerting management to shortages.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver quality meals promptly during busy shifts.
Busser/Food Runner/Cashier/To Go/Baker
5 Years 1 Month- Assisted servers in delivering food and beverages to enhance guest experience.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area and utensils to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to expedite orders and improve workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated with team members to restock supplies, ensuring availability during peak hours.
- Implemented efficient table turnover strategies to maximize seating capacity during high traffic periods.
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Assisted servers in providing efficient service for improved guest experiences.
- Supported team members with additional tasks, promoting a positive work environment.
- Delivered food orders promptly, ensuring accuracy and quality standards were met consistently.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline order delivery process, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Managed cash drawer, ensuring accurate cash handling and reconciliation.
- Developed and executed high-quality cheesecake recipes, ensuring consistency in flavor and presentation.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline baking processes and improve overall efficiency.
- Trained new bakers on proper techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
Education
No Degree
High School Diploma
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Skills
Strong work ethic
Exceptional customer service
Cash handling
Guest engagement
Memory retention
Safe food handling
Menu memorization
Food running
Team collaboration
Order accuracy
Table bussing
Allergy awareness
Item promotion
Menu presentation
Wine service
Upselling techniques
Table resetting
Team member support
Hostess support
Team player
Cool under pressure
Certification
ServSafe
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Server
First Watch
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Line Cook
Red Lobster
10.2024 - 03.2026Read More
Server
Chart House
07.2022 - CurrentRead More
Busser/Food Runner/Cashier/To Go/Baker
The Cheesecake Factory
06.2017 - 07.2022Read More
Flushing High School
No Degree
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Palm Bay High School
High School Diploma
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Brevard Community College
No Degree from Criminal Justice
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