Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
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Rick McCluer

Los Angeles,California

Summary

Hard-working professional with experience in ingredient pairings, plating, food presentation, and nutrition. Proven track record of providing excellent customer service. Skilled in multitasking and problem-solving while maintaining a positive attitude. Frequently praised as adaptable by peers, I can be relied upon to help your team achieve its goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SERVER

Morton's The Steakhouse
09.2021 - Current
  • Greeted and accommodated guests, building positive experience from first interaction
  • Prepared and served food and beverages to guests with an emphasis on fine dining service standards
  • Checked in with guests throughout meal service, replenishing drinks and catering to additional requests.

SERVER

It's Italian
04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Opened restaurant daily and served guests during lunch hours
  • Served guests during dinner hours with an emphasis on Italian fine dining standards
  • Coordinated with ownership and management to ensure efficiency standards were met.

SERVER

Toulouse
08.2017 - 11.2018
  • Emphasis on French fine dining standards
  • Exceptional knowledge on French cuisine and french wine
  • Ensured efficiency standards were met.

Server

Alamo Drafthouse
11.2015 - 10.2017
  • Served up to 40 guests in theatres
  • Sometimes served two screenings at once
  • To rated up-sells
  • Team focused

LEAD BARTENDER

Crustacean
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Coordinated with management to change direction of bar program
  • Including setup, cocktail menu, and inventory
  • Trained bar staff and servers on contemporary craft cocktail culture
  • Created bar program for sister restaurant Tiato Kitchen + Garden
  • Coordinated with House Of An ownership for marketing and events.

Education

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (A.A.) IN FINE ARTS -

American River College
Sacramento, CALIFORNIA
08.2003

Skills

  • Wine Pairings
  • Anticipating Guest Needs
  • Cool Under Pressure
  • Customer Service and Rapport

Certification

  • Food Handlers Safety Card
  • ABC Certification

Awards

Best cocktail, Orange County Magazine, 2010.

Timeline

SERVER

Morton's The Steakhouse
09.2021 - Current

SERVER

It's Italian
04.2019 - 03.2020

SERVER

Toulouse
08.2017 - 11.2018

Server

Alamo Drafthouse
11.2015 - 10.2017

LEAD BARTENDER

Crustacean
01.2010 - 12.2010

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (A.A.) IN FINE ARTS -

American River College
Rick McCluer