Rogelio Salgado
Hesperia,CA
Summary
Dedicated busser with a strong focus on enhancing guest satisfaction and maintaining cleanliness. Proven ability to support team operations and improve table turnover efficiently.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Busser
Whatdish
Dana Point, CA
01.2014 - 07.2026
- Cleared and reset tables efficiently to maintain cleanliness and organization in dining areas.
- Assisted servers by delivering food and beverages promptly, enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Monitored inventory levels of glassware and utensils, ensuring adequate supply for service needs.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to expedite food service, improving overall operational flow.
- Trained new bussers on best practices for sanitation and table setting procedures.
- Implemented streamlined table turnover processes, reducing wait times during peak hours.
- Coordinated with management to address customer concerns swiftly, fostering a positive dining experience.
- Provided feedback on service operations, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the restaurant.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring tables were cleared and cleaned promptly after guests left.
- Maintained a clean and safe dining environment by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, and keeping walkways clear of debris.
- Assisted servers in managing their sections effectively, providing timely water refills and bread service.
- 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.
- Supported the overall dining experience by setting up tables with appropriate silverware, glassware, and linens.
- Contributed to smooth restaurant operations by promptly resetting tables for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Increased efficiency in table turnover by quickly clearing dirty dishes and preparing tables for the next guests.
- Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
- Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
- Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
- Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables.
- Helped servers expedite food orders during busy hours by running food from the kitchen quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure dishes were properly sorted and returned to the dishwashing area.
- Assisted customers with carry-out service.
- Collaborated with other dining room and bar staff to facilitate efficient service.
- Established rapport with customers by providing friendly and attentive service.
Kitchen Helper
Whatdish
Dana Point, CA
01.2014 - 07.2026
- Assisted chefs in food preparation, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, maintaining adherence to safety protocols and hygiene standards.
- Managed inventory levels, restocking supplies to ensure uninterrupted kitchen operations.
Education
No Degree -
Danna Point Hight School
Dana Point, CASkills
- Excellent teamwork
- Adaptable to change
- Heavy lifting
- Ability to lift heavy items
- Table bussing
- Flexible schedule availability
- Floor cleaning
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Customer Service-oriented
- Polite demeanor
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Dishwashing
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Restaurant Busser
Whatdish
01.2014 - 07.2026
Kitchen Helper
Whatdish
01.2014 - 07.2026
No Degree -
Danna Point Hight School