Robert Martinez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Multi-skilled and reliable individual who takes pride in providing and executing elevated guest experiences. Always striving to learn and improve.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Expo,Runner
Salazar
12.2023 - Current
- Upholding quality control of dishes going out of kitchen.
- Ensuring service is smooth, while maintaining a consistent work flow.
- Communicate with servers about any needs and or concerns of guests.
Expo,Bar Prep,Bar Back,Lead Runner/Lead Busser
Otono
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Training of new host and bussers to ensure proper knowledge of expectations and responsibilities.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar and bar prep supplies.
- Curating seasonal mocktail menu.
- Assisted preparation of food plates, overseeing quality, and appearance.
- Supported overall restaurant success by stepping in to assist other team members during peak service hours.
Maître D', Expo
Dono
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Main source of communication between front and back of house, ensuring a quality service
- Plotting and setting restaurant, communicating any needs or concerns to servers
- Maintained quality control of every dish while also ensuring a consistent pace of service
- Communicate any concerns or suggestion for future services to GM and AGM
Host, Food Runner, Busser
Cafe Birdie
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Multi-tasking to ensure constant knowledge of availability to enhance service flow.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties and unexpected events during busy service.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere, from beginning to the end of service.
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, while also being mindful of over seating and ticket congestion.
Prep Cook
Cookbook
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize kitchen pantry.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Quick Learner
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Customer service
Timeline
Expo,Runner
Salazar
12.2023 - Current
Expo,Bar Prep,Bar Back,Lead Runner/Lead Busser
Otono
08.2022 - 12.2023
Maître D', Expo
Dono
04.2022 - 08.2022
Prep Cook
Cookbook
11.2021 - 03.2022
Host, Food Runner, Busser
Cafe Birdie
04.2021 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
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