Rey Calata
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Hardworking team player effective at multitasking to satisfy customers and achieve work targets in fast-paced restaurant and bar settings. Knowledgeable about processing payments, using Point-of-sale systems and serving alcohol in a responsible way. Enthusiastic Barback proficient in handling food safely, maintaining clean work areas and restocking supplies. Eager to further develop wine, liquor and mixed drinks knowledge. Desiring to bring [Number] years of related experience to a new growth-oriented position.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Barback
Bella Vita Italian Ristorante
07.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with servers and bartenders to maintain smooth operation of bar area.
- Restocked glassware, cleaned tables and organized supplies to meet demanding trading periods throughout shift.
- Greeted customers and provided friendly, knowledgeable service.
- Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
- Learned how to make wide variety of mixed drinks.
- Delivered food to customers at bar and tables.
- Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
Front Desk/Custodian
Ryuko Training Center
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
- Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
Food and Beverage Server/Cashier
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Utilized product knowledge of foods and beverages to make suggestions to customers.
- Engaged customers to help create superior food and beverage experience.
- Operated and sanitized kitchen and food preparation equipment.
- Provided correct change to customers while following cash handling policies and procedures.
Restaurant Busser
Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill
05.2018 - 07.2020
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Assisted with moving tables, chairs and other restaurant service equipment within dining rooms.
Education
Associates of Business - Business
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV12.2023
High School Diploma -
Bonanza High School
Las Vegas, NV05.2019
Skills
- Station Preparation
- Table Setting Arrangements
- Safe Handling Standards
- Servsafe Certified
- Customer Deliveries
- Critical Thinking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Barback
Bella Vita Italian Ristorante
07.2022 - Current
Front Desk/Custodian
Ryuko Training Center
11.2020 - 10.2021
Food and Beverage Server/Cashier
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
09.2020 - 11.2020
Restaurant Busser
Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill
05.2018 - 07.2020
Associates of Business - Business
College of Southern Nevada
High School Diploma -
Bonanza High School
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