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MARIA SOTO

Watsonville,CA

Summary

Enthusiastic Food Service Worker familiar preparing food ingredients and preparing dishes according to recipes. Conscientious and self-directed professional successful at working quickly in independent capacities. Knowledgeable about front of house and back of house protocols with training in [Type] cuisine. Diligent [Job Title] offering food handling experience and focus on quality service. Skilled in managing ingredient preparation and kitchen organization. Dedicated to providing exceptional, consistent service to customers. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Food Service Worker

UCSC Dining
Santa Cruz, CA
03.2018 - Current
  • Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Oversaw inventory in buffet and reported replacement needs to kitchen management.
  • Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
  • Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
  • Set up, restocked and cleaned dining areas.
  • Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
  • Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
  • Followed established cash handling procedures when collecting payment from customers.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding menu items or special requests.
  • Ensured that all foods were prepared according to health department regulations.
  • Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the buffet area, including setting up and breaking down the buffet table.
  • Ensured that all dietary restrictions were met by providing vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free options at each event.
  • Greeted guests as they arrived for events, provided them with information about menu items, and answered any questions they had.
  • Assisted other servers in carrying trays of food from kitchen to dining area.
  • Set up tables with appropriate linens and silverware prior to each event.
  • Provided excellent customer service throughout the duration of an event.
  • Cleaned up after events, including washing dishes and utensils used during meal service.
  • Organized catering orders according to client specifications while adhering to health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
  • Transported prepared foods from kitchen to serving areas using carts or dollies.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while ensuring accuracy and quality of work.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers to ensure smooth operation during events.
  • Performed pre-event setup activities such as arranging chairs or tables in designated areas.
  • Set up and tore down all catering services in banquet halls and at customer locations.
  • Managed and restocked drink stations.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving complaints with food or service.
  • Organized delivery and set up in advance for non-perishable items.
  • Placed food servings on plates or trays according to orders or instructions.
  • Upheld exceptional food, beverage and service standards to surpass customer expectations.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
  • Filled trays with food, utensils, napkins and condiments to provide diners with meals and accessories.
  • Served food to over [Number] customers per shift.
  • Used clear communication to relay food and drink orders to kitchen staff.
  • Portioned, plated and garnished menu items to meet company standards.
  • Engaged pleasantly with patrons and delivered information on beverage specials to encourage positive dining experience.

Education

ESL, Typing And Culinary

Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA
05-2024

GED -

Kodiak High School
Kodiak, AK
06-1989

Languages

English
Limited
spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Principal Food Service Worker

UCSC Dining
03.2018 - Current

ESL, Typing And Culinary

Cabrillo College

GED -

Kodiak High School
MARIA SOTO