Salvador Correa
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic hard-worker trained in various fields who stays on top of current and expected demands by realigning tasks to handle needs. Devoted to team success and first-rate communication. An aspiring musician and full-time student with great ambitions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Fogo de Chao
Irvine
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered outstanding table service, contributing to positive guest satisfaction and repeat visits.
- Guided patrons through menu selections and wine pairings, enhancing their dining experience.
- Processed orders efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
- Trained new servers on policies and service standards, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency.
Team Member
7 Leaves Cafe
Garden Grove
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, enhancing overall customer satisfaction
- Trained and mentored new team members, accelerating their acquisition of essential skills and processes
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of café and dining area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards
Cook, Front of House, Food Prep
Panda Express
Garden Grove
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Performed cashier duties; took accurate customer orders and provided excellent customer service, handled the cash register and money
- Prepared hot and cold foods and made sure all food was cooked to the correct temperature
- Followed the correct cleaning procedures for both opening and closing shift
- Supervised kitchen staff during busy shifts to ensure efficient operations.
Server, Prep Cook
Saltwater Catering
Irvine
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Arranged elegant banquet set-up and decorations for weddings and celebrations; up to 300 guests
- Guarenteed 5-Star service for every event
- Prepared visually appealing and delicious food items in large portions
- Stored and organized food items in a manarly fashion in preparation for multiple catering events
- Sustained a clean kitchen/prepping area
Education
Audio Engineering -
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa05-2026
Skills
- Food Service Techniques
- Food Preparation
- Restaurant Operation
- Event Service Coordination
- Event coordination
- Guest Interaction
- Customer Service
- Cash Register Operation
- Safety Principles
- Organization
- Service Quality Assurance
- Team development
- Onboarding Support
- Communication Skills
- Enthusiastic Attitude
- Computer Skills
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Server
Fogo de Chao
08.2025 - Current
Team Member
7 Leaves Cafe
08.2023 - 08.2025
Cook, Front of House, Food Prep
Panda Express
01.2020 - 06.2023
Server, Prep Cook
Saltwater Catering
01.2020 - 06.2023
Audio Engineering -
Orange Coast College