Lorenzo Azcueta
San Bruno
Summary
- Passionate food and beverage industry professional seeking to contribute a decade of hospitality experience to an establishment that values growth, quality and integrity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; clear and concise communicator
- Always willing to take direction and striving to learn with diligence
- Accountable and reliable individual with a positive mindset
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Gigi's Wine Lounge
11.2024 - Current
- Curated personalized wine experiences through tailored varietal and pairing recommendations, elevating guest satisfaction
- Managed high-volume service with precision, ensuring smooth order flow and inventory awareness to deliver an upscale guest experience
- Balanced hospitality and precision in service delivery, enhancing overall guest satisfaction
Bartender
Wunderbar
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed front and back bar operations to ensure seamless workflow and guest satisfaction
- Maintained high standards of knowledge regarding beer, spirits, wine, and cocktails
- Executed tasks efficiently to support overall operational flow and service quality
Server
Ssal
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Demonstrated deep knowledge of seasonal menus, wine pairings, and ingredients, confidently guiding guests through multi-course tasting experiences
- Delivered polished, detail-oriented service in a fine dining environment, anticipating guest needs and maintaining exacting standards of timing, presentation, and etiquette
- Collaborated closely with kitchen and sommelier teams to ensure seamless service flow and precise execution of each course
Expeditor/Back-server
Mister Jiu's
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained positive guest experience with a graceful sense of urgency
- Facilitated communication between managers in dining room and kitchen for efficient operations
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure accurate and timely service completion
Server
Rosemary & Pine
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided polished, detail-oriented service in upscale environment, ensuring professionalism and discretion to enhance guest experience
- Maintained in-depth knowledge of menu changes, ingredients, and preparation methods to support informed guest choices
Server
Beehive
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Effectively managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated extensive cocktail knowledge, including classic and contemporary recipes
Host/Barback
Trick Dog
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Greeted, checked-in, and seated guests; managed flow of operations, acted as a liaison between guests, team members, and management
- Maintain the service area before, during, and after service, and assisted all bar staff in providing exceptional service to guests
Server
Delfina
07.2016 - 10.2018
- Supported opening and closing operations, including inventory checks, station setup, and compliance with cleanliness standards
- Contributed to team success by supporting side work, training new staff, and upholding service standards
Education
WSET 2 -
San Francisco Wine School
South San Francisco, CA02-2026
Currently Enrolled -
Skyline College
San Bruno, CA04-2026
Skills
- Team management
- Team collaboration
- Fine dining service
- Strong wine and spirit knowledge
- Event coordination
- Strong work ethic
References
References are available upon request.
Timeline
Server
Gigi's Wine Lounge
11.2024 - Current
Bartender
Wunderbar
11.2023 - 12.2024
Server
Ssal
11.2023 - 06.2024
Expeditor/Back-server
Mister Jiu's
01.2023 - 08.2023
Server
Rosemary & Pine
01.2023 - 05.2023
Server
Beehive
11.2021 - 12.2022
Host/Barback
Trick Dog
10.2021 - 05.2022
Server
Delfina
07.2016 - 10.2018
WSET 2 -
San Francisco Wine School
Currently Enrolled -
Skyline College