Gus

Crafted and served quality coffee to customers.

Streamlined food preparation processes.

Skilled in preparing, baking, and decorating various types of bakery items.

• Cooked meals to meet customer dietary preferences and special requests.
• Managed kitchen inventory for optimal stock levels and reduced waste.
• Engaged with guests to gather feedback and improve menu offerings.

• Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
• Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
• Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
• Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

• Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation by implementing strict kitchen cleaning routines.
• Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among kitchen staff.
• Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and dining area.
• Implemented health and safety protocols to maintain compliance with local regulations and industry best practices.

• Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
• Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
• Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
• Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.

• Developed strong rapport with returning guests, leading to increased customer loyalty and positive reviews.
• Trained staff members on use of POS system.
• Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
• Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
• Supervised server staff and simultaneously served personal section of tables.

Assemble and arrange food platters.

Executed food preparation and packaging with precision.

Prepared visually appealing dishes during service periods.

• Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
• Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
• Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.