William Larkin
Carmel Valley,CA
Summary
Attentive and prompt worker with an understanding of professional catering involving large-scale events, guest relations, problem-solving, and service optimization. Quick to pick up new methods to insure proper service and maximize guest satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Banquet Server
Jefferey's Grill and Catering
Carmel Valley, CA
06.2021 - Current
- Set up stations for serving meals according to established guidelines.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Passed appetizers and drinks throughout events, ensuring all guests were served promptly and efficiently.
- Bar back duties involving drink garnish preparation, item stocking, and maintaining a clean work space.
- Maintained a clear dialogue between clients, servers, and kitchen staff during events to ensure client satisfaction.
- Assisted in the setup and breakdown of banquet tables, chairs, linens, and other equipment.
- Checked guest satisfaction levels throughout the event ensuring their needs were met promptly and courteously.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Biology
University of California Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05-2026
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey05-2024
High School Diploma -
Carmel High School
Carmel, CA06-2021
Skills
- Guest Relations
- Menu Memorization
- Event Setup/Breakdown
- Banquet hall set up
- Buffet Management
- Bar-back duties
- Table Bussing
- Food handling and sanitation
- High-volume dining
- Team Collaboration
- Flexible Schedule
Certification
- July 2024 - ServSafe Food Handler
Reference
- Paige Burks - Jefferey's Grill and Catering - Catering Lead - (831) 277-3599 - garlicpaige@icloud.com
Timeline
Banquet Server
Jefferey's Grill and Catering
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Biology
University of California Berkeley
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Monterey Peninsula College
High School Diploma -
Carmel High School
- July 2024 - ServSafe Food Handler
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