Matthew Valdez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
I have over 15 years experience working in the restaurant industry. I have worked in wide range of environments from casual to fine dining, bartending and catering events. I am equipped to handle any situation with professionalism and a positive attitude. I am hardworking, efficient and a self starter who is eager to learn and utilize my skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Dan Modern Chinese
Los Angeles , CA
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Performed opening and closing side work.
- Greeted and sat guests and offered menu recommendations.
- Took orders from guests accurately and in a timely manner.
- Delivered all food and drink orders to guests.
- Cleared and bussed tables throughout guests meal.
- Cashed out guests and bussed and reset tables for the next guests.
- Took care of all togo orders and delivery drivers.
Server
Jinya, Ramen Bar
Los Angeles , CA
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Performed opening and closing side work.
- Greeted and sat guests and offered menu suggestions.
- Took guests food and drink orders.
- Delivered all food and drink orders to guests.
- Cleared dishes and refilled drinks throughout guests meal.
- Cashed out guests at the end of the meal.
- Bussed and reset tables for the next guest.
- Responsible for taking care of all togo orders and delivery drivers.
Server
Simpang Asia
Los Angeles , CA
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Greeted and sat guests and offered menu recommendations.
- Took food and drink orders to the guests.
- Delivered all food and drink orders to guests.
- Cleared dishes and offered refills to guests throughout their meal.
- Cashed out guests at the end of their meal.
- Bussed and reset tables for the next guests.
Server
Nongla Cafe
Los Angeles , California
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed opening and closing side work.
- Greeted and sat guests and offered menu suggestions.
- Took food and drink orders and delivered items to guests.
- Cleared dishes and offered refills to guests.
- Cashed out guests at the end of their meal.
- Bussed and rest tables
- Managed all togo orders and delivery drivers
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Dance And Fine Art
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMSkills
- Cash Handling
- Menu knowledge
- Point of Sale (POS) system operations
- High-volume dining
- Food safety understanding
- Effective customer upselling
Timeline
Server
Dan Modern Chinese
12.2023 - 08.2024
Server
Jinya, Ramen Bar
02.2023 - 12.2023
Server
Simpang Asia
09.2022 - 05.2023
Server
Nongla Cafe
05.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Dance And Fine Art
University of New Mexico