Mario DeJesus
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
High Energy and Enthusiastic individual looking for a fast paced work environment where hard work and Integrity is most important. Reliable team member with full availability willing to take on lead roles and training duties while always willing to share my knowledge and help mentor my team mates.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Server Trainer
Roth Social House
Turlock, California
10.2022 - 06.2025
- Trained server staff on fine dining service standards, wine presentation, and large party service.
- Delivered in-depth wine, beer, and spirit knowledge to enhance guest experiences.
- Upselling, educating and tour guiding my guests experience will always be my top priority especially when it comes to allergies and dietary restrictions.
Lead Cocktail Server
Far Bar Little Tokyo
Los Angeles, USA
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Provided extensive cocktail and spirits knowledge with an emphasis on Japanese Whiskey.
- All Opening, closing and Training duties as well as handling large amounts of cash.
- Able to multi task in a high pace work environment while providing an elevated dining experience.
Lead Server
The Slanted Door Group
San Francisco, USA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Serving and Training duties which include wine and food pairing, as well as working well with a team in a high volume restaurant.
- Table touched all tables to ensure all guests' needs and expectations are met.
Lead Server Trainer
RISTO-BAR
San Francisco, USA
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Trained staff on fine dining steps of service which includes having a higher touch in everything you do.
- Provided and trained all staff on proper wine presentation.
- Able to take lead of large parties and delegate tasks and duties to team members to ensure a fluid high-end guest experience.
Lead Server Trainer
THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY
San Francisco, USA
01.2006 - 01.2017
- Lead trainer and Star Server for over ten years at both the San Francisco and Hollywood locations.
- Opening and closing duties which include giving breaks and supporting my teammates whenever needed.
Server
Patrick’s Roadhouse Diner
Santa Monica, California
02.2013 - 06.2016
- Ability to Greet, Seat, Serve, and Close out all guest tabs while bussing tables with urgency.
Education
Associate of Arts - Merchandise Product Development
F.I.D.M (FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN)
Los Angeles, USA 06.2010 - 01.2013
Skills
- Employee training
- Fine dining service
- Large party service
- Upselling techniques
- Cocktail knowledge
- Wine pairing
- Allergy awareness
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
Timeline
Lead Server Trainer
Roth Social House
10.2022 - 06.2025
Lead Cocktail Server
Far Bar Little Tokyo
01.2019 - 06.2021
Lead Server
The Slanted Door Group
01.2017 - 01.2019
Lead Server Trainer
RISTO-BAR
01.2016 - 01.2019
Server
Patrick’s Roadhouse Diner
02.2013 - 06.2016
Associate of Arts - Merchandise Product Development
F.I.D.M (FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN)
06.2010 - 01.2013
Lead Server Trainer
THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY
01.2006 - 01.2017