Kerim Jumayev
Irvine,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong customer service skills and food preparation expertise. Committed to delivering high-quality dining experiences while adhering to food safety standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Prepared Foods Team Member
Whole Foods Market Inc
Tustin, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Prepared and presented fresh, high-quality prepared food items for customer selection.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of food preparation areas.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Monitored product freshness and rotated stock to reduce waste effectively.
Fine Dining Server
Casa Do Brasil - New York
College Station, TX
07.2025 - 08.2026
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring a memorable dining experience for guests.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food service.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of menu items, enhancing guest recommendations and satisfaction.
- Trained new servers on restaurant protocols and customer engagement techniques.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional fine dining service and anticipating guests'' needs.
- Skillfully juggled multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining calm under pressure during busy shifts.
- Maintained a polished appearance, contributing to the upscale ambiance desired by patrons.
- Worked closely with the sommelier to provide personalized wine selections based on guests'' tastes and meal choices.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere by greeting each guest warmly upon arrival and thanking them genuinely upon departure.
Fine Dining Server
Fogo De Chao
Irvine, CA
10.2025 - 02.2026
- Managed multiple tables efficiently during peak hours, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities.
- Executed detailed wine pairings and upselling techniques to enhance dining experiences.
- Collaborated with management to develop and implement service improvements based on guest feedback.
- Oversaw compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and safe dining environment.
- Suggested wine pairings to go with specific menu items.
- Maximized upselling opportunities by promoting daily specials or premium menu items without being overtly salesdriven.
- Took and submitted orders that accommodated customer preferences and dietary requirements.
- Rolled silverware, set up tables and polished glassware and silverware.
Server/Food Runner/Lead Busser
Ginger and Forks
Houston, TX
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance dining experiences and foster customer loyalty.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery during peak hours.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Trained new servers on menu offerings, service protocols, and restaurant policies to promote team consistency.
Server/Lead Barback
Seven Grill
District Seven Grill
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries and requests.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items, enhancing guest dining experiences through recommendations.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and order accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
School Number 15
Ashgabat 05.2020
Skills
- Customer service
- Organizational growth
- Food handling safety
- Food preparation
- Knife handling skills
- Inventory control
- Food safety standards
- Food preparation expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking
Languages
English
Full Professional
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Prepared Foods Team Member
Whole Foods Market Inc
10.2025 - Current
Fine Dining Server
Fogo De Chao
10.2025 - 02.2026
Fine Dining Server
Casa Do Brasil - New York
07.2025 - 08.2026
Server/Food Runner/Lead Busser
Ginger and Forks
03.2024 - 06.2025
Server/Lead Barback
Seven Grill
01.2024 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
School Number 15