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Sebastian Garcia

La Mirada,CA

Summary

Dependable server successfully providing fast, high-quality customer service to guests in restaurant settings. Adaptable professional with expertise in personnel development, team collaboration, and resolving issues with customers, waitstaff, and management.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Take Out, Quality Assurance, and Server

Bjs Restaurants Inc
07.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely completion of all to-go orders.
  • Operated cash register to accept cash, debit and credit card payments from customers.
  • Ensured order accuracy, meticulously reviewing each item before handing off to the customer.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Communicated food orders to chefs to execute priorities and special requests.

Host, Food Runner

Chili's Bar and Grill
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, menu information, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
  • Ran Food to assist servers delivering entrees for guest
  • Worked with the Kitchen to ensure accuracy of orders

Front of the House

Panda Express Restaurant
11.2023 - 01.2024
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed cash register transactions accurately while maintaining a fast-paced checkout process for optimal customer satisfaction.

(Youth in Government) Public Works Manager

City of La Mirada
09.2022 - 04.2023
  • Worked with city officials to plan events for city of La Mirada
  • Collaborated with peers around me to plan events as well as networking with city officials to make these events a reality.
  • Successfully Implemented a Santa Float for the city of La Mirada during the 2023 holiday season

Education

AA - Economics

Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA
05-2025

GED -

La Mirada High School
La Mirada, CA
05.2023

Skills

  • Cleanliness
  • Professional appearance
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Order accuracy
  • Up selling
  • Calm demeanor
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptable and flexible

Awards

  • Fullerton College President’s Honors List, 12/01/23, Awarded to Students who achieved a GPA above 3.75
  • Fullerton College President’s Honors List, 12/01/24, Awarded to Students who achieved a GPA above 3.75
  • Fullerton College Dean’s Honors List, 05/01/24, Awarded to students who achieved a GPA above 3.50
  • Member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society, 12/01/24, Awarded to students who achieved a GPA above 3.50
  • La Mirada High School Principal’s Honor Rolls, 05/01/23, Awarded to students who achieved a GPA above 4.00
  • State of California Senate Certificate of Recognition, 03/01/23, Awarded for participating in La Mirada City Government
  • California Legislature Assembly Certificate of Recognition, 03/01/23, Awarded for involvement with the La Mirada City Government
  • AP Scholar Award, 07/01/23, Awarded to students who passed 3 or more AP classes
  • County of Los Angeles Commendation, 03/01/23, Awarded to students involved in City Government Community service

Personal Information

Citizenship: US Citizen

Timeline

Take Out, Quality Assurance, and Server

Bjs Restaurants Inc
07.2024 - Current

Host, Food Runner

Chili's Bar and Grill
01.2024 - 07.2024

Front of the House

Panda Express Restaurant
11.2023 - 01.2024

(Youth in Government) Public Works Manager

City of La Mirada
09.2022 - 04.2023

AA - Economics

Fullerton College

GED -

La Mirada High School
Sebastian Garcia