Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Nelson Manuel

Hayward,CA
Nelson Manuel

Overview

15
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

San Mateo Prime

F&B Server
11.2009 - Current

Job overview


Servers are responsible for providing high-quality service to guests in the hotel’s dining areas, ensuring a satisfying dining experience.


This role requires excellent customer service skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Greet guests and present them with menus and daily specials.

• Take food and beverage orders and relay them accurately to the kitchen and bar staff.

• Serve food and drinks, and ensure guests have everything they need.

• Check on guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and beverages.

• Clear tables throughout the dining experience and provide dessert menus and coffee.

• Maintain cleanliness and mise en place of work areas and tables.

• Previous serving experience preferred, especially in a hotel or fine dining setting.

• Knowledge of food service regulations and best practices.

• Friendly, outgoing personality with a genuine desire to provide hospitality.

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with guests and team members.

San Mateo Marriott

F& B Server
04.2014 - 05.2024

Job overview

  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
  • Increased sales by suggesting additional items like desserts and drinks based on customers' orders.
  • Resolved customer complaints with calm, solution-focused approach, ensuring guest satisfaction.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.

Education

Sam Miguel Academy
Philppines

High School from Secondary

San Fernando Technical Institute
Philppines

Associate from Gen Radio Communications Operator
05.1988

Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Food safety awareness
  • Food presentation
  • Guest Relations
  • Sales proficiency
  • Wine pairing knowledge
  • Fine dining experience
  • Allergy awareness
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Multitasking Abilities

Certification

  • Certified - Servsafe National Restaurant Association.
  • Certified - Tips Training.

Timeline

F& B Server

San Mateo Marriott
04.2014 - 05.2024

F&B Server

San Mateo Prime
11.2009 - Current

Sam Miguel Academy

High School from Secondary

San Fernando Technical Institute

Associate from Gen Radio Communications Operator
Nelson Manuel