Nicholas Jorgensen
Orange, CA *****
Phone: 401-***-**** E-Mail: ad5m3g@r.postjobfree.com
Skilled server with exceptional interpersonal skills seeking summer employment. Having served in corporate and fine dining restaurants, I have finessed my ability to present guests with a professional and relaxed environment while maintaining clear communication with fellow staff members. Working in the military has fine-tuned my presentation of a collected demeanor during high-stress scenarios. My aptitude for upselling (if desired) combined with my social cognizance will aid your guest’s satisfaction, customer retention rate, and increase your company’s food/beverage sales.
EXPERIENCE
We Olive La Jolla/Server
San Diego, CA (May 2023-July 2023)
• Amassed wine-bar service skills including mixology of wine based
cocktails
• Became familiar with local and international wines
• Increased knowledge of wine varieties
• Increased knowledge of wine and food pairings
• Presented and served wine in a professional manner
• Worked in kitchen prepping and delivering salads, appetizers, sandwiches and Hors d'oeuvres
• Worked in retail increasing knowledge of customer satisfaction and POS systems
United States Navy; Operations Specialist/Administrative Support San Diego, CA (Apr. 2019- Apr. 2023)
• Utilized radar technology to track friendly and hostiles.
• Actively monitored bearing, speed, and depth of vessels.
• Secured safe passage through seas, ports, bridges, and other
maritime elements.
• Engaged with Combat Information Center regarding foreign ship
proximity and status.
• Inspected, maintained, and documented control of thousands of
onboard assets.
• Received and directed customer calls/visitations.
• Updated calibration item requirements in accordance with
Metrology and Calibration guide.
• Input customer assets into standardized system (MEASURE), printed
calibration receipts, and directions for technicians
Apponaug Brewing Company; Server
Warwick, RI (Sep. 2018 - Apr. 2019)
• Aided guests in satisfactorily selecting craft beers.
• Finessed ability to describe craft beers and other beverages.
• Maximized handheld POS system (Toast).
Niu Noodle House; Server
New York, NY (Nov. 2017 - Aug. 2018)
• Assisted guests with food and drink orders in a consistent,
polite, and clear manner.
• Maintained a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere for optimal
customer experience.
• Managed ad hoc issues to assure function of both the front and
backroom operations. Island Restaurant; Server
New York, NY (Sep. 2017 - Apr. 2018)
• Engaged with high-end clientele amassing knowledge of fine
dining.
• Monitored guest experience to assure sense of ease & productive
work environment.
• Amassed knowledge of upscale food & beverage industry.
• Maximized POS system.
Olive Garden; Server
Queens, NY (Jul. 2016 - Oct. 2017)
• Processed large quantities of customer orders in a fast-paced,
high volume work environment.
• Dealt with dining large parties, intaking high order volume with
accuracy and efficiency.
• Amassed knowledge of food and beverage industry.
• Maximized POS system.
• Amassed knowledge of restaurant terminology and server
responsibility.
SKILLS
• Energetic & self- motivated individual with strong desire to
learn.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Versatile & flexible persona.
• Action-oriented, personable, confident, & articulate.
• Adept at handheld and stationary POS systems.
• Knowledge of restaurant etiquette and terminology
• Craft beer, liquor, cocktail, and wine knowledge.
• Time management oriented with dedication to improved customer
experience.
CERTIFICATIONS
• CA Food Handler (ServSafe) Certificate Holder (exp. April 2026)
• CA Responsible Beverage Service Certificate Holder (exp. April
2026)
EDUCATION
Chapman University (Orange, CA) 2025 M.F.A. Candidate, Media Producing The College of the Holy Cross (Worcester, MA) 2016 B.A., Theatre