Bernardo Salgado
San Francisco
Summary
Over a decade of experience serving in high volume dining establishments. The capacity to work well under pressure, and cohesively as a teammate. Ability to develop warm connections with clients and ensure a comfortable environment. Highly adaptable with a desire to constantly build on knowledge of different cuisines, wines, beer, and spirits.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server
The Cheesecake Factory
04.2016 - Current
- 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 large sums of cash.
- Collaborated with team during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Cook/ Banquet Server
Terra Campestre Convention Center
02.2006 - 04.2016
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
Sous Chef
Made in Puerto Rico
03.2011 - 05.2012
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Collaborated closely with head chef to develop new menu items.
- Trained and managed kitchen staff.
- Oversaw inventory management and supply ordering to maintain a fully stocked kitchen.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Escuela Hotelera De San Juan
San Juan, PR2007
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash Handling
- Professional Appearance
- Safe Food Handling
- Menu Memorization
- High-volume dining
- Tableside Etiquette
- Foreign language proficiency (Spanish)
- Wine service
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Multitasking
Certification
• ServSafe Food Handler
• RBS
Timeline
Server
The Cheesecake Factory
04.2016 - Current
Sous Chef
Made in Puerto Rico
03.2011 - 05.2012
Cook/ Banquet Server
Terra Campestre Convention Center
02.2006 - 04.2016
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Escuela Hotelera De San Juan
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