Lynsey Serrano
Los Angeles,California
Summary
Highly motivated and adaptable professional seeking a challenging role in a fast-paced environment where I can leverage my strong organizational skills, ability to thrive under pressure, and quick decision-making abilities to contribute to the efficient operation and success of the team. Reliable and hardworking professional works autonomously or in teams to serve several customers per shift. Experience managing staff and day-to-day operations. Thriving interpersonal and multitasking skills honed in fast-paced customer-focused environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender/ Barback
VUUKA Lounge
Los Angeles
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Provided customers with assistance by taking and preparing drink orders efficiently.
- Implemented effective sanitation practices for maintaining impeccable bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Pastry Production
Steak48
Beverly Hills
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Maintained compliance with cooking methods, recipe specifications, portion control procedures, and waste reduction strategies during food preparation.
- Responsible for the quantity of desserts for private dining parties and service hours, ensuring timely delivery for events.
- Documented all recipes used in pastry production accurately.
- Maintained inventory of ingredients, supplies, and equipment needed for pastry production.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on ovens, mixers and other pieces of equipment used in pastry production.
- Ensured the quality and freshness of ingredients used for pastry production.
- Oversaw baking and pastry production for large events, serving up to XXX guests.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding production issues or concerns.
- Tested new products and technologies prior to implementation in production environment.
- Implemented techniques for pastry production to exercise portion control and maintain food costs.
- Loaded materials onto production equipment to ensure continuous operation.
Prep Cook/ Hostess
Patxis Pizza
Los Angeles
02.2019 - 04.2021
- Provided customer service by greeting and seating guests, taking orders, and ensuring timely delivery of food and beverages.
- Verified reservations and wait times with customers.
- Managed the waiting list, ensuring that all parties were seated in a timely manner.
- Cleaned and restocked counter areas, replenished cash drawer and checked server supplies to facilitate operations.
- Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
- Helped restaurant staff set up small and large events to coordinate smooth execution.
- Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
- Sliced meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items.
- Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Amon Carter Riverside High School
Fort Worth, Texas05.2016
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Multitasking
- Team Collaboration
- Microsoft Office Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Creative Mixology
- Bar service preparation
- Outgoing Personality
- Engaging personality
- Organizational ability
- Anticipating guest needs
Certification
California eFood Handler Basic Safety Course Certification, American National Standard Institute (ANSI), 03/04/23, 03/04/26
Timeline
Pastry Production
Steak48
11.2022 - 12.2023
Bartender/ Barback
VUUKA Lounge
07.2022 - 08.2024
Prep Cook/ Hostess
Patxis Pizza
02.2019 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Amon Carter Riverside High School
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