RICARDO SALGADO
Chicago,UNITED STATES
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Server
Park Ridge Country Club
Chicago, IL
05.2024 - Current
- Served members and guests, ensuring high-quality dining experiences in the Park Ridge Country Club dining room and lounge.
- Took food and beverage orders, adhering to club service standards for accuracy and efficiency.
- Delivered meals and drinks during banquet and private club events.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to manage order timing and accommodate special requests, enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Communicated with hosts, busser, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Set up tables with linens and utensils in the dining area. with linens, glassware, silverware, and menu materials.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
Dining Hall Worker
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, Illinois
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Served meals in Northern Illinois University dining halls, ensuring adherence to portion control standards for consistent quality.
- Refilled food stations and beverage areas during busy meal periods.
- Cleaned serving lines, tables, and kitchen surfaces according to university food safety rules.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, effectively addressing customer inquiries and enhancing dining experience.
- Prepared food service areas before opening and reset stations after service.
- Supported Northern Illinois University food service staff with daily cleanup tasks.
- Assisted in preparing ingredients by washing vegetables and cutting meat into precise portions for cooking by washing vegetables and cutting meat into cubes or strips with a knife or an electric slicer.
SEASONAL STORE ASSOCIATE
Kohl's Inc.
Chicago
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service by actively engaging with shoppers, leading to enhanced customer satisfaction and repeat visits.
- Supported Amazon Return Center operations, welcoming customers and providing attentive service with their packages.
- Managed inventory by restocking shelves, ensuring organized sales floor and enhanced product availability.
- Collaborated with team members to set up promotional displays, increasing sales and enhancing shopping atmosphere.
Education
ACCOUNTING
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb05-2029
High School Diploma -
Taft High School
Chicago06-2025
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Food safety standards
- Beverage knowledge
- Customer service
- Team supervision
- Staff training
- Leadership development
- Microsoft Excel
Timeline
Dining Hall Worker
Northern Illinois University
08.2025 - 05.2026
Head Server
Park Ridge Country Club
05.2024 - Current
SEASONAL STORE ASSOCIATE
Kohl's Inc.
10.2023 - 01.2024
ACCOUNTING
Northern Illinois University
High School Diploma -
Taft High School