Jaime Sanchez
Seaside
Summary
Between 1986 and 2001 I worked in some of the best and finest restaurants and hotels in the Monterey Peninsula where I acquired world class skills. For the last 22 years I have been licensed as a Real Estate Agent, but I also love the restaurant scene. I enjoy working with people and I plan to obtain a Sommelier certificate.
I have extensive and robust sales, negotiation knowledge and experience product of a lifetime dedication to personal development and to hon my skills. I have read extensively about sales gurus like Zig Ziglar, Napoleon Hill, Jeb Blount, Anthony Robbins, Robert Cialdini. I constantly educate and innovate myself and I believe in continuous improvement. As a matter of fact, I have listened to over 200 audiobooks on Audible.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Realtor
Century 21 Showcase
05.2018 - Current
- I work as an independent contractor and by appointment.
Maitre'D
Ventana Inn
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Greeted guests, escorted to dining tables and provided menu and information about restaurant to encourage seamless flow of service.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Spoke clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and responded well to questions.
Server
OLDS FISHERMAN'S GROTTO
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
- Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
Waiter
Bernardus
05.2000 - 05.2001
- Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Busser Waiter
Club XIX, Stillwater Cove, Pebble Beach Co.
05.1999 - 05.2000
- I worked as a busser and waiter but moved to Bernardus.
Waiter
Marriot Hotel
05.1997 - 05.1998
- I worked as a waiter at Ferrantes.
Waiter
Ventana Inn
05.1996 - 05.1998
- I worked two years as a waiter in Ventana Inn.
Waiter
Rio Grill
05.1988 - 05.1991
- I worked for Tony Tollner in Rio Grill and Tarpy's.
Education
High School -
Preparatoria de Colotlán, Universidad de Guadalajara
Mexico07.1984
Elementary and High School - undefined
Fray Pedro de Gante
Mexico07.1981
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Interpersonal communication
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- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- San Francisco Wine School - Level II Sommelier Scheduled for Level 3 examination on March 7
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Maitre'D
Ventana Inn
08.2024 - 12.2024
Server
OLDS FISHERMAN'S GROTTO
05.2023 - 07.2024
Realtor
Century 21 Showcase
05.2018 - Current
Waiter
Bernardus
05.2000 - 05.2001
Busser Waiter
Club XIX, Stillwater Cove, Pebble Beach Co.
05.1999 - 05.2000
Waiter
Marriot Hotel
05.1997 - 05.1998
Waiter
Ventana Inn
05.1996 - 05.1998
Waiter
Rio Grill
05.1988 - 05.1991
Elementary and High School - undefined
Fray Pedro de Gante
High School -
Preparatoria de Colotlán, Universidad de Guadalajara
Awards
I am currently licensed as a Real Estate agent for the state of California., I have a Home Inspection Certificate, I have published three novels, The Pyramid of Delirium, Obsidian Gladiator, and The Warrior of the High Plains, in Spanish. The English version of The Warrior is available on Amazon.
Section name
Currently taking WSET Level 2, and Level 3 Advanced Certificate program in the San Francisco Wine School.