Christian Sanders
Los Angeles
Summary
Experienced and passionate food service professional with 10 years of experience in various front-of-house positions with a background in the back-of-house as well. Thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and committed to providing a memorable guest experience while supporting my team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Sommelier
Alexander's Steakhouse
Pasadena
01.2026 - Current
- Help manage a diverse 4500-bottle program containing over 1000 SKUs.
- Maintain a highly precise and thorough wine inventory each period.
- Assist guests in navigating an extensive wine list.
- Provide exceptional service of wines, including pairing recommendations, tableside handling of wines, and private tasting dinners.
- Support lead sommelier in training staff on wine knowledge.
Back Waiter, Expeditor, Food Runner, Barista
Alexander's Steakhouse
Pasadena
06.2023 - Current
- Perform in multiple positions during busy services to provide versatile support.
- Provide professional service of food and beverage, including tableside-presented dishes, wines, cocktails, coffees, teas, and bread service.
- Keep up to date with a seasonal menu and answer guest inquiries with thorough menu knowledge.
- Support servers by providing elegant and attentive table management.
Server
Craft by Smoke and Fire
Pasadena
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Consistently achieved $3000+ in nightly sales in fast-paced, full-service environment.
- Managed service for large sections of 10-12 tables, including running food, clearing tables, supporting bartenders, and hosting.
Education
Associate of Arts - English Composition
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA05-2021
Skills
- Aloha PoS
- Toast PoS
- BinWise/BinScan
- Customer Service
- Salesmanship
- Wine Service
- Multitasking
- Wine/Spirits Knowledge
- Communication Skills
- Work Ethic
- Team Collaboration/Support
Certification
- Level 1 Sommelier - Court of Master Sommeliers, Issued July 2025
- Food Handler Certificate - Renewed 2024
- RBS Certificate - Renewed 2025
Timeline
Assistant Sommelier
Alexander's Steakhouse
01.2026 - Current
Back Waiter, Expeditor, Food Runner, Barista
Alexander's Steakhouse
06.2023 - Current
Server
Craft by Smoke and Fire
12.2022 - 06.2023
Associate of Arts - English Composition
Mt. San Antonio College