Phillip Arenas
Oceanside,California
Summary
A service industry professional with a wide range of experience in fine-dining and luxury resort settings. Ardent about working with knowledgeable, service-focused teams in serious chef-driven environments. A true passion for wine and the culinary arts allows me the opportunity to provide a sincere and unique experience for the guest with the ability to remain detailed and calm under pressure.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
A.R. Valentien @ The Lodge at Torrey Pines
12.2025 - 07.2026
Michelin Guide 2025
AAA Four Diamond Award
Forbes Five-Star Property
Server
Polo Steakhouse
08.2021 - 11.2024
Floor Sommelier
2024 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence
Server
Ruth's Chris Steak House
08.2019 - 03.2021
Captain
Mille Fleurs
02.2017 - 12.2019
AAA Four-Diamond Award
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
Server
Bob's Steak and Chop House
12.2014 - 07.2017
Omni La Costa Resort and Spa
Education
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CA06-2022
Culinary Arts -
Gato Dumas-Colegio De Gastronomia
Bogota, Colombia04-1996
Skills
- Bilingual
- Serv-Safe Manager Certified
- RBS Certified
- Culinary Trained
- Court of Master Sommeliers of America
Timeline
Server
A.R. Valentien @ The Lodge at Torrey Pines
12.2025 - 07.2026
Server
Polo Steakhouse
08.2021 - 11.2024
Server
Ruth's Chris Steak House
08.2019 - 03.2021
Captain
Mille Fleurs
02.2017 - 12.2019
Server
Bob's Steak and Chop House
12.2014 - 07.2017
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Miracosta College
Culinary Arts -
Gato Dumas-Colegio De Gastronomia