Luccas Picard

• Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, ensuring compliance with health department regulations.
• Supervised and trained new dishwashing staff, promoting adherence to kitchen policies and procedures.
• Collaborated with chefs and other kitchen staff for smooth daily operations and timely meal preparation.
• Coordinated tasks among dishwashing staff, prioritizing duties based on urgency and importance during busy shifts.

• Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
• Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
• Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
• Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.

• Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
• Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
• Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
• Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.

• Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
• Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
• Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
• Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.

• Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
• Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
• Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
• Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
• Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
• Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
• Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
• Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
• Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
• Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
• Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
• Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
• Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
• Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
• Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
• Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
• Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
• Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
• Improved kitchen safety, conducting comprehensive training on proper equipment use and emergency procedures.
• Reduced food waste significantly, introducing composting program and revising portion sizes.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

- I was a lead barthender mostly for the late night club for Fridays Saturday night, Saturday and Sunday mornings I was there for brunch with more then 400 corver for every 2 hours rotation

• Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
• Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.

+I Barback for almost 1 year before I became a bartender, I in charge of making sure the bartenders had everything needed for service, I take care of the alcohol infusions to provide for sale in the weekends

• Upheld cleanliness standards consistently through regular wipe-downs of tabletops, chairs, booths while also monitoring general tidiness around the floor area.
• Adhered to strict sanitation guidelines when handling dishes and utensils, maintaining a hygienic dining environment.
• Ensured timely replenishment of condiments at each table, keeping all necessary items readily available for diners throughout their mealtime experience.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently clearing and resetting tables for a smooth dining experience.

• Assisted servers in attending to guests'' needs, ensuring a smooth service flow during peak hours.
• Assisted customers with carry-out service.
• Established rapport with customers by providing friendly and attentive service.
• Promoted teamwork among front-of-house and back-of-house staff, fostering a positive work environment.