Ruben Sandoval
Sarasota
Summary
Motivated Restaurant Server offering extensive knowledge of hospitality etiquette and food preparation. Spirited and communicative individual polished in assisting patrons in selecting food and beverage choices and maintaining table settings. Customer-oriented team player familiar with POS system operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Restaurant Server/Assistant Bartender
Rosemary and Thyme
Sarasota
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
- Create and design new beverage for the cocktail menu
- Head server for events
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing excellent customer service.
- Assisted in training new staff on restaurant procedures and standards.
- Maintained positive relationships with co-workers and customers alike through friendly communication.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Host/Restaurant Server
Rusty Bucket
Sarasota
01.2016 - 02.2021
- Greeted and seated guests promptly and courteously.
- Managed waitlist efficiently during peak hours.
- Communicated daily specials and menu changes to guest
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
Restaurant Server
California Pizza Kitchen
Sarasota
03.2017 - 11.2019
- Processed customer orders accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries and resolved concerns efficiently.
- Attended to guests needs in a timely manner, ensuring satisfaction throughout their dining experience.
- Greeted and seated customers promptly, courteously, and professionally.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Education
Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY 09.2018 - 01.2020
Associate of Science -
State College of Florida
Bradenton, FL 08.2014 - 05.2017
Palmetto High School
Palmetto, FLSkills
- Conflict resolution
- Customer relationship management
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Multi-tasking ability
- Organization
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Restaurant Server/Assistant Bartender
Rosemary and Thyme
01.2021 - Current
Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
09.2018 - 01.2020
Restaurant Server
California Pizza Kitchen
03.2017 - 11.2019
Host/Restaurant Server
Rusty Bucket
01.2016 - 02.2021
Associate of Science -
State College of Florida
08.2014 - 05.2017
Palmetto High School