Yoan Fajardo Sanchez
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Developed leadership and team management skills in busy restaurant setting. Proven track record in creating efficient processes and enhancing customer satisfaction. Seeking to transition into new field where these transferable skills can drive success and innovation.
Successful at keeping kitchen operations moving quickly and accurately to produce high-quality, attractive dishes that meet guest and business demands. Knowledgeable about labor and inventory controls, recipe development and menu planning. Title certified.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server Supervisor
University Club San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment by adhering to hygiene standards and restaurant policies.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Recruited and trained new waitstaff personnel, providing rapid onboarding processes to integrate additional team members quickly.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
Cook's Assistant
Instaworks Gigs
San Francisco, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Facilitated teamwork among kitchen staff members through clear communication regarding tasks at hand or upcoming needs throughout shifts.
- Ensured proper storage of ingredients by organizing and labeling items in designated areas according to safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to changing priorities or special requests from cook during meal preparation.
- Managed time effectively under pressure while completing multiple tasks simultaneously such as chopping vegetables, cooking side dishes, and washing dishes.
- Received consistent positive feedback from both customers and staff for providing attentive assistance during busy periods.
- Assisted in successful catering events by preparing ingredients, assembling platters, and delivering exceptional service to clients.
- Supported cost-saving initiatives within the kitchen by monitoring ingredient usage and suggesting alternative options when necessary.
Server
Gourmet Provisions
San Francisco, CA
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided attentive service to guests, ensuring satisfaction throughout dining experience.
- Processed customer orders efficiently using point-of-sale system, ensuring accuracy.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to guests.
- Managed inventory levels, assisting in reordering supplies as needed.
- Executed daily cleaning tasks, adhering to health and safety compliance standards.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Supervised set up of banquet food stations and coordinated service to multiple dining areas.
Education
No Degree - Geography
Facultad De Geografía
CubaComputer And Information Sciences
Universidad Ciencias Informaticas
Cuba09.2019
High School Diploma -
Bachiller La Habana
Cuba04.2013
Timeline
Server Supervisor
University Club San Francisco
03.2024 - Current
Cook's Assistant
Instaworks Gigs
07.2023 - Current
Server
Gourmet Provisions
03.2023 - 01.2024
No Degree - Geography
Facultad De Geografía
Computer And Information Sciences
Universidad Ciencias Informaticas
High School Diploma -
Bachiller La Habana