Lenin Barriga
Port Chester,NY
Summary
Professional hospitality expert with proven track record in delivering top-notch dining experiences. Known for strong team collaboration and ability to adapt to changing demands. Possesses exceptional skills in guest relations and service management, ensuring consistent and high-quality performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain Waiter
Food Design LLC
03.2023 - Current
- Successfully managed a diverse range of events including weddings, corporate functions, and special occasions, consistently exceeding client expectations.
- Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers, and overall catering needs.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing proper food handling procedures and adhering to health department regulations.
- Conducted post-event evaluations with clients, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes accordingly.
- Assisted in event setup and teardown, ensuring a smooth transition between functions.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Enhanced guest experience by providing exceptional service during catered events.
- Loaded and unloaded tableware, catering supplies and meals to and from catering vehicles to comply with catering logistics.
- Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
- Sanitized tableware and chafing dishes before catering event to avoid infection and comply with hygiene standards.
Server
Exquisite Hospitality
04.2022 - Current
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure in fast-paced banquet environments.
- Set up banquet tables and chairs based on event requirements.
- Adhered to all health and safety regulations while serving food and beverages.
- Carried out professional service, retaining polite and friendly approach at all times.
- Responded to guest inquiries and requests promptly and courteously.
- Increased overall event success by anticipating guests'' needs and promptly addressing requests or concerns.
- Supported event coordinators during planning stages by offering input on menu selections and room arrangements based on past experiences.
Dialysis Technician
Davita Kidney Care
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Receive the patient for treatment, weigh patients, and take their temperature and blood pressure both before and after dialysis.
- Collect patient data such as monitoring and documenting status of vascular accesses.
- Review dialysis prescription, note general physical and mental condition of patient through observation and interview.
- Conducted regular quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Initiating dialysis through approved access points using correct cannulation or a central venous catheter
- Set up and monitor dialysis machines and reverse osmosis water system for correct functioning.
- Dismantle, clean, and disinfect dialysis machines and equipment before, during and after the dialysis treatment
- Cannulation of patients with the correct needle gauges prescribed
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all relevant patient information including vital signs and treatment specifics for each dialysis session.
- Developed strong relationships with patients families through open communication channels and consistent updates on progress or setbacks in treatment plans.
Dialysis Technician
Davita Kidney Care
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Receive the patient for treatment, weigh patients, and take their temperature and blood pressure both before and after dialysis.
- Collect patient data such as monitoring and documenting status of vascular accesses.
- Review dialysis prescription, note general physical and mental condition of patient through observation and interview.
- Conducted regular quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Initiating dialysis through approved access points using correct cannulation or a central venous catheter
- Set up and monitor dialysis machines and reverse osmosis water system for correct functioning.
- Dismantle, clean, and disinfect dialysis machines and equipment before, during and after the dialysis treatment
- Cannulation of patients with the correct needle gauges prescribed
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all relevant patient information including vital signs and treatment specifics for each dialysis session.
- Developed strong relationships with patients families through open communication channels and consistent updates on progress or setbacks in treatment plans.
Server
Stanwich Country Club
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Must be familiarized with the country club menu as well as the daily food and drink specials
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Restock equipment at the end of every shift
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Server
Stanwich Country Club
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Must be familiarized with the country club menu as well as the daily food and drink specials
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Restock equipment at the end of every shift
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Environmental service
New York Presbyterian
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Operate environmental service equipments, vacuum, cleaners, buffing and burnished machines
- Responsible for keeping equipment and cart organized
- Clean patients room, offices, laboratories, conference room, exam room, on call rooms, showers daily
- Perform all cleaning function following established procedures in a timely manner
- Clean and sanitize hospital areas with the correct procedures and proper cleaning methods
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks by effectively prioritizing workload based on urgency and importance.
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to promote clean, sanitary environment, and reduce odors and debris.
- Utilized chemicals and cleaning equipment to meet facility's predetermined sanitation and cleanliness quality standards.
Environmental service
New York Presbyterian
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Operate environmental service equipments, vacuum, cleaners, buffing and burnished machines
- Responsible for keeping equipment and cart organized
- Clean patients room, offices, laboratories, conference room, exam room, on call rooms, showers daily
- Perform all cleaning function following established procedures in a timely manner
- Clean and sanitize hospital areas with the correct procedures and proper cleaning methods
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks by effectively prioritizing workload based on urgency and importance.
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to promote clean, sanitary environment, and reduce odors and debris.
- Utilized chemicals and cleaning equipment to meet facility's predetermined sanitation and cleanliness quality standards.
Food and Beverage Server
Doral Arrowwood Resort
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Provides exceptional customer service to hotel guests by preparing and delivering meal trays and tables in a timely manner
- Greeted guests warmly to foster welcoming environment.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Memorizes menu items and daily specials in order to answer questions and make recommendations.
- Maintains positive working relationships with all team members and management.
- Performs basic cleaning tasks as needed or directed by supervisors.
- Resolved complaints, concerns or any other issues in a timely and helpful manner.
Food and Beverage Server
Doral Arrowwood Resort
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Provides exceptional customer service to hotel guests by preparing and delivering meal trays and tables in a timely manner
- Greeted guests warmly to foster welcoming environment.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Memorizes menu items and daily specials in order to answer questions and make recommendations.
- Maintains positive working relationships with all team members and management.
- Performs basic cleaning tasks as needed or directed by supervisors.
- Resolved complaints, concerns or any other issues in a timely and helpful manner.
Busboy
Cheesecake Factory
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness and organization of various station and service areas.
- Collaborated with waiters in providing food and beverages to guests for efficient service.
- Possess knowledge of all dishes on the menu to be able to explain them to the guests.
- Kept an eye out for customers looking for service and assist them with their queries.
- Assisted with banquet setups for wedding and other special events.
- Developed a strong understanding of restaurant layout and table numbers, enabling swift navigation and accurate delivery of items to the correct tables.
- 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.
Busboy
Cheesecake Factory
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness and organization of various station and service areas.
- Collaborated with waiters in providing food and beverages to guests for efficient service.
- Possess knowledge of all dishes on the menu to be able to explain them to the guests.
- Kept an eye out for customers looking for service and assist them with their queries.
- Assisted with banquet setups for wedding and other special events.
- Developed a strong understanding of restaurant layout and table numbers, enabling swift navigation and accurate delivery of items to the correct tables.
- 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.
Cashier
Whole Foods Market
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Handled all guest transactions and followed all cash handling procedures.
- Balancing the cash register and generating reports for credit and debit sales.
- Delivered thoughtful and outstanding service to customers by addressing their needs on a timely manner.
- Assisted with training of new cashiers and courtesy team members.
- Enhanced brand's image by promoting products, store programs and initiatives.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Cashier
Whole Foods Market
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Handled all guest transactions and followed all cash handling procedures.
- Balancing the cash register and generating reports for credit and debit sales.
- Delivered thoughtful and outstanding service to customers by addressing their needs on a timely manner.
- Assisted with training of new cashiers and courtesy team members.
- Enhanced brand's image by promoting products, store programs and initiatives.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Education
A.A.S - Civil Technology
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY05.2012
Skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
- Effective presentation skills
- Collaborative leadership skills
- Customer service expertise
- Collaborative teamwork
- Customer order management
- Team leadership
- Skilled in formal dining setup
- Food and beverage knowledge
- Food safety practices
- Effective financial transaction processing
- Team leadership
- Menu recall proficiency
- Knowledgeable in wine service techniques
- Food and beverage management
- Efficient banquet operations
- Monitoring dialysis treatment effectiveness
- Direct patient support
- Infection control practices
- Patient education
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Patient care techniques
- Patient observation
- Documentation accuracy
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Dialysis equipment operation
- Problem-solving
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Team collaboration
- Surface maintenance
- Sorting and washing laundry
- Laundry services
- Restroom sanitation
- Waste management
Certification
Basic life support BLS, 2020-09-01, 2022-09-30
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Captain Waiter
Food Design LLC
03.2023 - Current
Server
Exquisite Hospitality
04.2022 - Current
Dialysis Technician
Davita Kidney Care
01.2021 - 09.2021
Dialysis Technician
Davita Kidney Care
01.2021 - 09.2021
Server
Stanwich Country Club
10.2020 - 01.2021
Server
Stanwich Country Club
10.2020 - 01.2021
Environmental service
New York Presbyterian
04.2020 - 10.2020
Environmental service
New York Presbyterian
04.2020 - 10.2020
Food and Beverage Server
Doral Arrowwood Resort
01.2012 - 01.2020
Food and Beverage Server
Doral Arrowwood Resort
01.2012 - 01.2020
Busboy
Cheesecake Factory
01.2010 - 02.2012
Busboy
Cheesecake Factory
01.2010 - 02.2012
Cashier
Whole Foods Market
01.2010 - 02.2012
Cashier
Whole Foods Market
01.2010 - 02.2012
A.A.S - Civil Technology
Westchester Community College
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