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Matt  R Rodriguez

Matt R Rodriguez

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Intrinsically driven server with several years experience as both an interior designer and server. Well traveled and able to connect in both formal and informal settings. Value a successful team over individual gains. Adapt easily under pressure. High standards.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

The Grand Lux Cafe
Las Vegas, NV
11.2021 - Current

· Maintained a high level of customer service in a high volume, fast paced café within a casino in Las Vegas.

· Constantly look for opportunities to improve service.

· Able to quickly learn menu, procedures, and layout.

· Successfully managed 5-7 table, high turnover, stations, including greeting, serving, and bussing for 7-hour shifts.

· Top in monthly sales per person and alcohol percentage 4 months

· Became familiar with endless repeat customers

· Exemplary team player

Server

Il Fornaio Restaurant
Corte Madera, CA
08.1987 - 06.1991

· Server in a High-end New Concept Italian Restaurant

· Educated in classic, fresh, Italian cooking

· White Jacket and Black-Tie uniform

· Excelled in a new and challenging position surrounded by much more experienced and seasoned servers.

· Gained a wealth of wine knowledge

Waiter

Guaymus Cocina Fresca Regional
Belvedere Tiburon, CA
05.1985 - 08.1987

· Waiter in High end Mexican Restaurant at SF Bayside Town

· Quickly learned how manage a large 5 table station under pressure

· Communicated bilingually in Spanish with guests and staff

· Clearly described each menu item to assist guests in their decision making process

Education

Associate of Science - Interior Design Technology

LCC Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI
05.2012

Some College (No Degree) - Environmental Design

CU Boulder
Boulder, CO
05.1985

Skills

Extensive knowledge of wines and foods

Excellent communication skills

High Presentation Standards

Successful Server in Resort Setting

Driven

Proven ability to reenter the workforce as a waiter after 25 years away with ease

Maintain a positive guest first attitude

Personable, warm and interested

Perseverance

Timeline

Server

The Grand Lux Cafe
11.2021 - Current

Server

Il Fornaio Restaurant
08.1987 - 06.1991

Waiter

Guaymus Cocina Fresca Regional
05.1985 - 08.1987

Associate of Science - Interior Design Technology

LCC Lansing Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Environmental Design

CU Boulder
Matt R Rodriguez