Nicolas Garnica
Florence,US
Summary
Have a strong foundation with 12 years of experience in the food service industry. Senior Server is a hardworking who is capable of meeting the needs of a wide range of customers while remaining calm and professional. Clear and reset tables as quickly as possible, restock supplies, and clean up spills. Restaurant service professional who is meticulous about taking accurate orders, keeping customers satisfied, and contributing time and abilities to the team's success. Nicolas is a dedicated who has a strong understanding of food safety, sales expertise, and a strong desire to please every customer.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Server
Lucky Chinese Restaurant
El Centro, California
04.2012 - 10.2024
- Greeted guests with a friendly smile and offered to bring beverage orders while we discussed menu options.
- Kept up with current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation techniques.
- Effectively communicated with kitchen staff about customer allergies, dietary requirements, and other special requests.
- Kept the tables clean by clearing dirty dishes, wiping down surfaces, and refreshing glasses.
- Cleaned and inspected food preparation areas to ensure that they were clean and sanitary.
- Calculated charges, issued table checks, and took customer payments.
- Double-checked menus for current availability and cleanliness.
- Talked with the chef about other options for guests with food allergies or gluten-free requests.
- Assisted in the setup and breakdown of tables and chairs, as well as the decoration of special events and banquets.
- Kept the indoor and outdoor dining areas clean by removing trash, wiping down tables, and restocking napkin dispensers.
- Took down orders and worked with other team members to serve food and beverages quickly.
Skills
- Food inspection
- Price memorization
- Special dietary requirements
- Food safety understanding
- Menu memorization
- Bussing expertise
- Menu knowledge
- Sales techniques
- Prompt table clearance
- Seating assignment preparation
- Buffet setup and takedown
- Safe food handling
- High-volume dining
- Dining customer service
- Check payment processing
- Conflict and dispute resolution
- Deli experience
Timeline
Senior Server
Lucky Chinese Restaurant
04.2012 - 10.2024