Performed all MOD opening/closing duties; maintain tip out sheets/daily
sales reports/balancing cash drawers/end of night reports Solo Expo during heavy flow, while maintaining a positive and solid presence on the floor throughout shift
Responsible for weekly beverage orders and monthly inventory about me
************@*****.***
Maitland FL 32751
Valencia CC
Southeastern University
2003-2005
2002-2003
Education
References
Further work
Hospitality and Service Industry
Professional
2023
–
2025
The Celeste Hotel, UCF, Marriott Tribute Portfolio Yellow Dog Eats
FOH/Bar Manager; Catering/Special Events Manager
Positively and successfully managed a team of 25-40 employees on floor; as well as hiring, training and scheduling
Fulfilled all orders and kept full inventory of both Alcoholic and Non Alcoholic beverages while maintaining proper targets. Maintained presence wherever needed; Bar, Floor, Cashier, Back line, Bus and Expo- Always a strong team player
Effectively handle guest complaints and/or employee situations with professionalism, compassion and understanding.
Successfully coordinated, created and carried out marketing and executed monthly events on premise with live music and community features.
Responsible for weekly bank deposits as well as daily sales reports, all cash flow, balancing cash drawers, counting safe and doing all end of night/weekly/monthly reports. (TOAST proficient) In 2024/25, I was able to effectively bring our catering program up to a $35k+ year by keeping excellent relationships with clients and communicating with our prep team on all matters
Created and curated a wine program; worked with Ivanhoe park and branded the “Yellow dog Pils”, while keeping a notable craft beer list 2020
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2023
Blu on the Avenue
Lead Server; trainer; banquet server
Performed all functioning FOH floor duties of restaurant from open to close with ease as well as maintain sidework consistently Maintain and complete all necessary reports and keep correct cash banks
Communicate effectively between guests, kitchen and management Demonstrated strong menu knowledge with the ability to guide guests with allergies/preferences
Keep a safe, clean and professional work environment at all times Extensive work on several POS systems
Create an experience tailored to accommodate each guests dining style and go above their expectations
2019
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2020
Rusteak
FOH Manager
As a native to our City Beautiful, I believe strongly in the positive growth of our community and the everyday impact we have on it within the hospitality and service industry. Compassion for all people, understanding change is good and the ability to adapt while staying professional are just a few of the things that I value and carry with me.
# available up request
Luciano Cortes
Phone:
JM Hospitality/WDW
#available upon request
Amanda Sanchez
Phone:
aviation industry- personal
former co worker/personal
Work Experience
Seito Sushi, Lead Server
2017-2019
Baldwin Park
2020 + ongoing education
FL Real Estate License
FRELC
Raglan Road Irish Pub, Lead Server
2009-2017
Disney Springs
GM at Blu on the avenue- personal/professional
With proficiencies in Oracle MICROS, TOAST,
SkyTab..etc as well as Microsoft excel, word,
powerpoint, Canva, social media presence,
pictures for marketing purposes..
2025
Food and Beverage Supervisor