Jody Bania
El Monte
Summary
Hospitality Professional with extensive Food Service experience. Contributed to family-owned full-service Chinese/Korean restaurants by mastering operations from the ground up. Continued to deliver quality service during challenging times through food delivery platforms and food trucks.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Uber Driver
Uber
Los Angeles
05.2023 - Current
- Delivered safe, reliable transportation to passengers throughout Los Angeles and San Gabriel Valley.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route adjustments with professionalism.
- Performed routine safety checks and maintained vehicle cleanliness before each shift.
- Utilized GPS and mapping applications to navigate optimal routes efficiently.
DoorDash Delivery Driver
DoorDash
Los Angeles
11.2020 - Current
- Communicated with customers to ensure satisfaction and address concerns.
- Maintained 5-Star rating for years.
Lead Food Server
The Blue Hen - Fine Dining Vietnamese Restaurant
Eagle Rock
06.2017 - 08.2020
- Supervised daily food service operations in a fine dining Vietnamese restaurant.
- Assisted in developing new menu items based on seasonal ingredients and trends.
- Handled guest inquiries and resolved concerns to ensure satisfaction during dining experience.
Food Service Coordinator
Thee Elbow Room
Montrose
02.2014 - 04.2017
- Prepared and served a variety of beverages to enhance guest experience.
- Checked identification of customers when serving alcoholic beverages.
- Provided helpful suggestions for food and drink pairings to customers.
Server / Translator / Menu Designer
Happy Family - Restaurant Owned by my Parents
Los Angeles
05.2001 - 10.2006
- Processed customer orders accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Translated menus and promotional materials for diverse customer understanding.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Gabriel High School
San Gabriel08-1994
Some College (No Degree) -
Long Beach State University
Long Beach, CASkills
- Menu knowledge
- Food safety awareness
- Table management
- Reservation systems
- Speaks Mandarin and English
- Multilingual communication
- Greeting guests respectfully
Timeline
Uber Driver
Uber
05.2023 - Current
DoorDash Delivery Driver
DoorDash
11.2020 - Current
Lead Food Server
The Blue Hen - Fine Dining Vietnamese Restaurant
06.2017 - 08.2020
Food Service Coordinator
Thee Elbow Room
02.2014 - 04.2017
Server / Translator / Menu Designer
Happy Family - Restaurant Owned by my Parents
05.2001 - 10.2006
High School Diploma -
San Gabriel High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Long Beach State University