Miguel Merida
San Diego,United States
Summary
Passionate and customer-focused server with over two years of experience in the restaurant industry. Known for strong collaboration, effective time management, and the ability to support both front- and back-of-house operations. Demonstrates leadership in fast-paced environments while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, efficiency, and guest satisfaction. Committed to continuous improvement and creating memorable dining experiences for every guest.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Barback/Server
Biergarden
Encinitas
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Refrigerated units with wines and bottled beer and replaced empty beer kegs.
- Garnished foods and positioned on tables to keep visible and accessible.
- Washed glasses or other serving equipment at bars.
- Removed plates and glasses from tables after meals.
- Provided assistance to servers as needed during busy periods of operation.
- Responded to guests' requests in a timely manner with accuracy and courtesy.
- Moved tables and chairs according to expected customer numbers.
- Assisted waitstaff by bringing out food and dessert plates.
- Regularly checked restrooms for cleanliness throughout shift.
- Checked temperatures of hot foods prior to serving them to guests.
- Maintained cleanliness of bar area, including washing glasses, wiping counters
- Completed opening and closing duties according to established checklist.
- Collected, washed, and restocked glass
- Wiped and disinfected stations to meet company sanitation standards.
Server
Enzo BBQ Ale House
Encinitas
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs and responding promptly to requests.
- Greeted and accommodated guests, building positive experience from first interaction.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Aware of modifications that were allowed
- Efficient with toast
- Prioritized multiple tasks in dynamic environment and stayed calm and composed.
- Checked in with guests throughout meal service, replenishing drinks and catering to additional requests.
- Memorized menu to help diners make informed meal choices.
- Used focus and memorization skills to keep track of tables and remember orders.
Culinary Manager
Nicks Restaurants
Del Mar, CA
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Ensure highest quality of food goes out to the guests
- Ensures each plate presentation meets Nicks standards
- Knowledgeable about protein temperatures
- Jumps behind the line if needed
- Stays organized during the shift
- Knowledgeable about food allergies
- Ensures the line is clean and organized
- Responsible for knowing food inventory for the day
- Responsible to know for what time they ran out
- Has a strong voice to ensure clear communication with the line and FOH
- Inputs food orders
- Makes employees schedules
- Runs food and drinks to guests
- Talks to guest about their dining experience
- Monitored employee attendance records and ensured compliance with company policies regarding punctuality.
- Established strong relationships with vendors to secure favorable pricing terms for ingredients and supplies.
- Provided leadership by motivating employees through example setting, positive reinforcement, constructive criticism, and rewards.
Education
High School -
Torrey Pines High School
06.2020
Skills
- Bilingual
- Fast Learning
- Multitasking
- Tech Savvy
- Attention to Detail
- Cleanliness
- Team Leadership
- Collaboration
- Time Management
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Management
- Knife Skills
- Recipe Development
- Food Preparation
- Customer Service
- Inventory Management
- Staff Scheduling
Timeline
Server
Enzo BBQ Ale House
12.2024 - 08.2025
Barback/Server
Biergarden
06.2024 - 12.2025
Culinary Manager
Nicks Restaurants
01.2022 - 12.2024
High School -
Torrey Pines High School