Searrah Cardenas
Pomona,CA
Summary
Skilled in safe handling procedures and emergency response, demonstrating a blend of hard and soft skills that drive team efficiency and revenue growth. Hospitality professional with deep understanding of training methodologies and team development. Proven ability to elevate service standards and enhance customer satisfaction through effective training programs. Known for fostering collaboration and consistently achieving results, adaptable to evolving needs, and skilled in communication and leadership.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server Trainer
Broken Yolk Cafe
02.2021 - Current
- Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
- Mentored new hires through the training process, ensuring they became productive team members quickly and efficiently.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, resolving issues and preventing negative reviews or feedback.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of food and beverage service standards and led by example to instill in new servers.
- Maintained cleanliness standards throughout dining areas, contributing to a positive dining experience for guests.
- Monitored new server performance and offered continuous support throughout training period.
- Developed strong relationships with regular customers, encouraging repeat business and loyalty to the establishment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during peak hours.
- Ensured accurate order taking and input into POS systems, reducing errors in food preparation and billing processes.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for increasing efficiency and improving customer experiences.
- Instructed servers on proper techniques for taking orders, serving food and providing customer service.
Barista Shift Supervisor
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Trained new team members on barista skills, cash handling procedures, and company policies for consistent performance across the team.
- Fostered a positive work atmosphere with clear communication, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving strategies.
- Built strong relationships with regular customers through attentive service, remembering preferences, and engaging in friendly conversation when appropriate.
- Trained, scheduled, and supervised barista workers to maintain and uphold store policies and optimize staffing patterns.
- Ensured smooth daily operations by maintaining adequate stock levels through regular inventory checks and timely reordering of supplies.
- Improved store cleanliness and sanitation standards by regularly conducting thorough inspections and addressing issues promptly.
- Served customers quickly and efficiently and created strategies to prevent delays.
- Boosted sales through the promotion of seasonal beverages and upselling bakery items to customers.
- Ensured high-quality products by closely monitoring espresso extraction times and milk steaming techniques.
- Handled and resolved customer issues and complaints with professionalism and tact to drive customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Sales Associate
Forever 21
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Server
Black Angus
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-2025
Associate of Science - Biology
Citrus College
Glendora, CA06-2022
Skills
- Upselling strategies
- Safe handling procedures
- Healthcare ethics
- First-aid and CPR
- Recording vital signs
- Responding to emergencies
- Reliable team player
- Transporting patients
- Bedside manner
- Documentation expert
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Medical terminology knowledge
Timeline
Server Trainer
Broken Yolk Cafe
02.2021 - Current
Barista Shift Supervisor
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
01.2020 - 12.2022
Sales Associate
Forever 21
12.2018 - 11.2019
Server
Black Angus
08.2018 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
California State University, Long Beach
Associate of Science - Biology
Citrus College
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