Yesika Medina
Santa Fe,NM
Summary
Experienced server with solid background in foodservice. Offers excellent track record of tackling various tasks to support kitchen and wait staff. Demonstrates genuine hospitality to establish rapport with patrons and deliver memorable experiences.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server
Plaza Cafe Downtown
Santa Fe , NM
05.2022 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Dairy Farm Manager
Camino de Paz Farm
Santa Cruz, NM
03.2016 - 04.2024
- Supervised staff in the proper use of machinery and equipment to ensure safety.
- Ensured compliance with local, state and federal regulations related to dairy farming.
- Monitored the quality of milk produced to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Assisted in developing plans for expanding the operation or increasing efficiency levels.
- Developed recipes and processes for producing cheese with unique flavors and textures.
- Maintained cleanliness of equipment, tools, and work areas to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
- Maintained accurate records of production batches, including ingredients used, temperature settings, aging times.
Farm Manager
Owl Peak Farm
La Madera, NM
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Developed and implemented a crop rotation plan to optimize soil fertility and yield.
- Coordinated the maintenance of farm equipment, machinery, buildings, fences, and other infrastructure.
- Organized the purchase of supplies such as fertilizer, seed, feed, and other necessary items.
- Supervised planting, cultivating, harvesting, storage, and marketing activities for all crops.
- Managed budgets and tracked expenses related to labor costs, production costs, fuel costs and more.
- Hired seasonal workers and provided training on safety protocols and use of equipment.
- Maintained records on production output and crop yields in order to make future planning decisions.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding food safety standards.
Server
Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs
Ojo Caliente , NM
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Skills
- Safe Food Handling
- Dining customer service
- Sales expertise
- Positive and professional
- Menu presentation
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- High-volume dining
- Strong Work Ethic
- Wine Pairings
- Exceptional customer service
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- New Mexico Food Handler Certificate
- New Mexico Liquor License
Timeline
Server
Plaza Cafe Downtown
05.2022 - Current
Dairy Farm Manager
Camino de Paz Farm
03.2016 - 04.2024
Farm Manager
Owl Peak Farm
01.2014 - 03.2016
Server
Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs
01.2006 - 01.2012
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