Jeffrey Grimaldi Espinoza
Long Beach
Summary
Skilled food preparation team member experienced in readying cold foods, sides and beverages. Reliable in keeping surfaces clean and sanitized for infection control. Always ready to help team members and customers.
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.
Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
A committed student eager to leverage exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in a professional setting. Possesses experience in data entry and money handling. Capable of quickly memorizing product details and fostering strong customer relationships.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking professional with skills in food preparation, cleaning and supply management. Focused on food safety and quick service for customers. Specializes in food.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cook's Assistant
Outback Steakhouse
Long Beach
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted chefs in preparing ingredients for daily menu items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment to support food preparation tasks.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure safe handling of ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Distributed food to waiters and waitresses to serve customers.
- Placed food trays over warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.
Cook's Assistant
Mr potato
Compton
07.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted head chef in preparing ingredients for daily menu items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and tools.
- Followed safety and hygiene standards to ensure food quality and safety.
Busser
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Stockton
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Cleaned and organized dining areas to ensure a welcoming environment.
- Assisted servers by delivering food and beverages to tables efficiently.
- Set up and cleared tables promptly for new guests during peak hours.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to maintain cleanliness standards.
- Removed dirty dishes from tables and returned them to the kitchen area.
- Bussed and reset tables in an orderly fashion.
- Maintained a friendly attitude towards customers at all times.
- Wiped down and cleaned chairs, booths, and highchairs.
- Ensured that each table was properly set before seating guests.
- Carried food, dishes, trays, or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to serving counters.
- Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils, and refilling beverages.
- Provided quick and efficient clearing of tables between courses.
- Stocked ice buckets, water pitchers, wine glasses or other bar items as needed.
- Restocked dining room with plates, glassware and utensils, maintaining adequate workstation supplies.
- Expedited food to tables to assist servers during busy periods.
- Followed all safety regulations while carrying heavy trays or dishes to the kitchen.
- Performed closing duties such as resetting tables, and tidying service areas to prepare for the next day.
- Carried trays of dishes to the kitchen for washing, supporting kitchen staff in maintaining cleanliness.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
- Removed trays and stacked dishes for return to kitchen after finished meals.
- Filled and served various beverages for customers.
Busser
Buffalo Wild Wings
Las Vegas
02.2021 - 03.2024
- Cleaned and organized dining areas to ensure a welcoming environment.
- Assisted servers by delivering food and beverages to tables efficiently.
- Set up and cleared tables promptly for new guests during peak hours.
- Oversaw inventory in buffet and reported replacement needs to kitchen management.
- Filled and served various beverages for customers.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Assisted in the preparation of large parties and special events to ensure smooth service.
- Stocked service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens.
- Transported bus tubs and carts to and from the kitchen, facilitating effective dishwashing processes.
- Coordinated with the kitchen to manage the flow of dishes and optimize service efficiency.
- Performed closing duties such as resetting tables, and tidying service areas to prepare for the next day.
- Conducted regular checks on customer satisfaction levels during meal service.
- Observed tables to tend to guest needs and identify customer service opportunities.
- Greeted customers to seat patrons at tables according to availability and customer preferences.
- Performed daily side work such as polishing silverware, folding napkins and restocking condiments.
- Inspected dining room furniture for cleanliness prior to seating guests.
- Swept and mopped front-of-house and back-of-house floors using various tools.
- Maintained stock and cleanliness of stations for meal periods with silverware, linens and condiments.
- Restocked dining room with plates, glassware and utensils, maintaining adequate workstation supplies.
- Stocked ice buckets, water pitchers, wine glasses or other bar items as needed.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines in accordance with local health regulations.
- Provided assistance to other bussers or waitstaff when needed.
- Provided quick and efficient clearing of tables between courses.
- Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils, and refilling beverages.
- Carried food, dishes, trays, or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to serving counters.
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant dining area throughout shift.
- Wiped down and cleaned chairs, booths, and highchairs.
- Maintained a friendly attitude towards customers at all times.
- Bussed and reset tables in an orderly fashion.
- Responded to guest inquiries with friendliness and professionalism.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to maintain cleanliness standards.
Food Runner
TopGolf
Las Vegas
01.2017 - 03.2021
- Assisted servers by coordinating orders and ensuring timely service.
- Delivered food and beverages promptly to guests at the venue.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining areas and service stations throughout shifts.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff to streamline order fulfillment.
- Managed food trays and ensured proper presentation before serving to guests.
- Engaged with guests to provide a friendly and welcoming experience during service.
- Organized food orders and ensured accuracy of items served to customers.
- Removed dishes and glasses from tables for cleaning.
- Checked all dishes before delivering them to ensure quality standards were met.
- Provided assistance with clearing plates from tables after meals were completed.
- Transferred supplies and ingredients between storage and kitchen areas by hand or cart.
- Helped maintain organization of walk-in coolers and freezers according to health department regulations.
- Oversaw inventory in buffet and reported replacement needs to kitchen management.
- Asked customers about meals to assess satisfaction and collect vital feedback.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
- Filled and served various beverages for customers.
- Stocked service stations with ice, napkins and straws.
- Supported serving staff in delivering accurate and well-presented food orders.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Provided exceptional customer service, responding promptly to requests and concerns.
Education
Channel Islands High School
Oxnard, CASkills
- Food safety
- Ingredient preparation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Meal presentation
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Order coordination
- Time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cook's Assistant
Outback Steakhouse
03.2026 - Current
Cook's Assistant
Mr potato
07.2025 - 03.2026
Busser
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
02.2023 - 04.2024
Busser
Buffalo Wild Wings
02.2021 - 03.2024
Food Runner
TopGolf
01.2017 - 03.2021
Channel Islands High School