Placido Magra
Lakewood,NY
Summary
Energetic Banquet Server with high personal appearance standards and excellent customer service skills. Transports food without error and in accordance with health guidelines. Always prompt and ready to work, help team and exceed guest expectations. Smooth Banquet Server with diverse event experience, attention to detail and friendly personality. Successful at handling food and beverage services while bussing tables and fulfilling customer requests. Track record of success in events with different guest sizes, menus and presentation requirements. Experienced Banquet Server always looking to surpass expectations and achieve excellence. Enjoy providing positive customer experiences through energetic interpersonal communication. Team player who works well with staff and supervisors to satisfy customers.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Server
HGC LAKEWOOD RANCH LLC
09.2022 - Current
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure in fast-paced banquet environments.
- Set up banquet tables and chairs based on event requirements.
- Demonstrated exceptional teamwork by collaborating with fellow servers to maintain a smooth flow of service during large-scale events.
- Completed post-event tasks such as cleaning, breakdown, and inventory management to prepare for future banquets efficiently.
- Adhered to all health and safety regulations while serving food and beverages.
- Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs.
- Assisted in setting up the event space, ensuring proper table arrangements and placement of utensils for seamless guest experience.
- Carried out professional service, retaining polite and friendly approach at all times.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
Pizza Maker
Earth Fare Supermarket
01.2018 - 04.2020
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Developed strong time management skills by juggling multiple orders during peak hours without compromising quality.
- Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
- Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for efficient pizza making, ensuring optimal productivity.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
- Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
- Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently preparing high-quality pizzas according to company standards and customer preferences.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper pizza-making techniques, contributing to overall staff proficiency.
- Coached new workers on store policies, pizza making, and dough preparation.
- Achieved consistent positive reviews from customers by delivering exceptional service and high-quality products.
- Supported restaurant success through diligent preparation of fresh ingredients for use in daily operations.
Personal Chef
Myself
05.2014 - 12.2017
- Planned menus that incorporated healthy, fresh food sourced from local farmers and stores.
- Prepared and served meals for small dinner parties and large events and complied with diet requests and special accommodations.
- Maintained a clean workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations for food handling.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by crafting high-quality pizzas and maintaining consistency in taste and presentation.
- Labeled food to include reheating and safe storage and handling instructions.
- Designed and prepared all menu items for private home/office setting.
Personal Chef
Myself
04.2011 - 04.2014
- Planned menus that incorporated healthy, fresh food sourced from local farmers and stores.
- Prepared and served meals for small dinner parties and large events and complied with diet requests and special accommodations.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Received consistently positive feedback from clients for exceptional taste and presentation of prepared meals.
- Designed and prepared all menu items for private home/office setting.
- Demonstrated flexibility in accommodating last-minute changes to menus or guest numbers while still delivering high-quality results.
- Shopped at specialty grocery stores to obtain ingredients needed for food preparation.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by creating personalized and diverse meal plans tailored to individual preferences and dietary requirements.
- Met with client and discussed preferred meals, dietary restrictions and food allergies.
- Developed recipe inventory to offer meal options for variety of tastes and needs.
Personal Chef
Myself
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Planned menus that incorporated healthy, fresh food sourced from local farmers and stores.
- Prepared and served meals for small dinner parties and large events and complied with diet requests and special accommodations.
- Labeled food to include reheating and safe storage and handling instructions.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Received consistently positive feedback from clients for exceptional taste and presentation of prepared meals.
- Designed and prepared all menu items for private home/office setting.
- Demonstrated flexibility in accommodating last-minute changes to menus or guest numbers while still delivering high-quality results.
- Shopped at specialty grocery stores to obtain ingredients needed for food preparation.
- Cleaned meal preparation areas and washed hands frequently to promote hygienic and sanitary practices.
- Sourced healthy cooking techniques to capture flavor and nutrients of food with fresh ingredients.
- Met with client and discussed preferred meals, dietary restrictions and food allergies.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment in compliance with health codes and safety regulations.
Barista
Seven Café
09.1997 - 06.2003
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
Pizza Maker
Rustico Ristorante And Pizzeria
09.1994 - 05.1997
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Developed strong time management skills by juggling multiple orders during peak hours without compromising quality.
- Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
- Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for efficient pizza making, ensuring optimal productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Giovanni Verga
Sicily, Italy06.1992
Skills
- Strong teamwork
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Table setting knowledge
- Food Service
- Customer service focus
- Punctual and Reliable
- Flexible Schedule
Languages
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Banquet Server
HGC LAKEWOOD RANCH LLC
09.2022 - Current
Pizza Maker
Earth Fare Supermarket
01.2018 - 04.2020
Personal Chef
Myself
05.2014 - 12.2017
Personal Chef
Myself
04.2011 - 04.2014
Personal Chef
Myself
01.2010 - 01.2011
Barista
Seven Café
09.1997 - 06.2003
Pizza Maker
Rustico Ristorante And Pizzeria
09.1994 - 05.1997
High School Diploma -
Giovanni Verga
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