Yaritza Soto
**** *. **** ***** **. Apt. ****
Tucson, AZ 85730
Cell: 520-***-****
E-Mail: ***************@*****.***
Summary
Motivated food serving professional with 6-month food and beverage experience in casual and fine dining.
Hardworking and Enthusiastic server.
I can speak, write, and understand both English and Spanish languages.
Great verbal communication skills.
Interested in learning new things, and going through a miraculously new experience.
Highlights
Able to keep a clean and sanitary work station
Able to store products properly
Able to multi-task and work well under pressure
Able to work in continuously-standing position for four or more hours
Energetic, friendly, and enthusiastic
Experience in banquet operations and off-site catering
Plate presentation skills
Non smoking
On time and reliable
Able to follow instructions and established procedures
Able to lift up to 50 pounds
Restaurant experience
Lift tables and stack chairs
Setting-up for big events
I learned how to do a formal table setting
Ability to build strong customer relationships
Ability to handle fast-paced environment
Ability to perform basic math calculations
Ability to work on weekends and holidays
Ability to work fast and accurately
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to maintain supplies
General knowledge of computer software
Highly motivated to work in a customer service oriented job
Honest, trustworthy, and punctual
Neat and clean in appearance
Reading comprehension
Team player
Team oriented
Willing to work late hours
Willing to work late hours
Weekend availability
Willing to work under pressure
Works well as part of a team
Accomplishments
Set up banquet tables
Cleaned up spilled food, drink and broken dishes, and removed empty bottles and trashCleaned bars, work areas, and tables
Greeted each customer with friendly eye contact
Helped with preparation, set-up, and service for catering eventsCleaned bars, work areas, and tables
Kept drink stations clean and ready for service
Prepared and served hot and cold beverages
Prepared coffee-based and other beverages on request; serve prepared pastries and other food items
Stocked service stations with items such as ice, napkins, and straws
Stocked cabinets and serving areas with condiments, and refilled condiment container
Packaged take-out foods and served food to customersProvided excellent customer service
Re-filled individual condiment containers on each table
Removed trays and stacked dishes for return to kitchen
Served ice water, coffee, rolls, and butter to patrons
Served residents and guests during meal times with speed and efficiency
Set tables with clean linens, condiments, and other supplies
Experience
March 2005 to May 2007
The Ajo Cafe Tucson, AZ
Server
Accepted payment from customers, and made change as necessary.
Cleaned and organized eating, service, and kitchen areas.
Cleaned work areas and tables.
Greeted guests and sat them at tables or in waiting areasGreeted each customer with friendly eye contact
Greeted customers in the restaurant, took and rang up orders, handled payment, and thanked customers.
October 2011 to March 2012
Tucson Country Club Tucson, AZ
Banquet Server
Accepted payment from customers, and made change as necessary.
Cleaned and organized eating, service, and kitchen areas.
Cleaned work areas and tables.
Greeted guests and sat them at tables or in waiting areasGreeted each customer with friendly eye contact
Greeted customers in the restaurant, took and rang up orders, handled payment, and thanked customers.
Apportioned and served food to facility residents, employees, or patrons
Education
2011 PIMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM Tucson, AZ
Earned My G.E.D. Or Equivalent
Affiliations
NOT APPLICABLE