- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
Gian Teed
Hospitality Professional
Santa Cruz
Summary
Customer-focused hospitality professional with extensive experience in craft mixology, banquet leadership, and luxury resort service. Skilled in guest interaction, event coordination, and maintaining high-quality dining standards. Highly adaptable and dedicated to maintaining a professional, organized work environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Bartender
The Salty Otter
08.2025 - Current
- Provide expert craft beverage service in a fast-paced environment. Manage bar inventory, maintain station cleanliness, and engage guests with deep spirits knowledge. Execute precise cash handling and POS operations.
Banquet & A La Carte Server
Seascape Resorts
06.2024 - Current
- Provide high-end banquet service and manage large groups in a luxury resort environment. Handle POS transactions, cash handling, and complex menu inquiries with accuracy.
Banquet Server
Substitute Staffing Agency
01.2023 - Current
- Deliver excellent service for elite clientele, including event setup, service, and breakdown.
- Received praise from management for consistently exhibiting a positive attitude towards work responsibilities despite long shifts or demanding schedules often associated with the industry.
Server / Banquet Server
Hilton
08.2022 - Current
- Greet and accommodate guests, manage orders, and ensure a consistently positive dining experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science And Policy
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05-2005
J.D. - Law
Monterey College of Law
Seaside, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
- Service: Craft Mixology, Food & Beverage Service, Table Setting
- Operations: POS & Cash Handling, Event Setup, Inventory Management
Certification
Food Handlers Certification
Interests
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
- POS Systems: Micros, Toast, Square, Lightspeed
- Operations: Inventory Tracking, Digital Reservation Management
- Standards: Forbes Travel Guide Service Standards, Luxury Resort Protocols
Timeline
Bartender
The Salty Otter
08.2025 - Current
Banquet & A La Carte Server
Seascape Resorts
06.2024 - Current
Banquet Server
Substitute Staffing Agency
01.2023 - Current
Server / Banquet Server
Hilton
08.2022 - Current
J.D. - Law
Monterey College of Law
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science And Policy
University of California, Berkeley