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Juan Aguinaga

Juan Aguinaga

Busser and food runner, barbak ,bartender, line cook
San Francisco,CA

Summary

Organized Busser with hands-on experience in food service. Skilled in clearing tables and supporting wait staff. Accomplishes tasks with minimal supervision.

Energetic Restaurant Busser known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills include rapid table clearing, effective communication with kitchen staff, and maintaining cleanliness standards. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability to fast-paced environments. Ready to contribute to seamless dining experiences through quick and attentive service.

Reliable and hardworking professional works autonomously or in teams to serve several customers per shift. Experience managing staff and day-to-day operations. Thriving interpersonal and multitasking skills honed in fast-paced customer-focused environment.

Well-rounded Bartender committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality and delivering exceptional services in bar area. Talented and skilled multitasker comfortable juggling competing priorities. Polished in concocting specialty cocktails and adding inspiration to new menus.

food serviceAccomplished professional with several years of experience in beverage service paired with vast knowledge of drink recipes. Talented professional trained in mixology and recognized for innovative drink creations.

Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.

Resourceful line cook offers several years of experience working stations at restaurants. Skilled in following recipes and food presentation specifications and assisting at serving lines. Equipped with in-depth kitchen equipment operations expertise.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Busser

Waterfront Restaurants
08.2021 - Current
  • Reset tables in a timely manner with clean silverware, napkins and condiments.
  • Greeted customers and provided menus; took beverage orders and delivered drinks.
  • Assisted servers by refilling beverages, clearing dishes, carrying trays and delivering food items to the table.

Bartender

Carbon Nightclub
01.2016 - 08.2022
  • Assisted bartenders by stocking beer, wine, liquor, and other bar items.
  • Restocked ice and prepared garnishes for drinks.
  • Cleaned the bar area including counters, glasses, and utensils throughout shift.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping floors and disposing of trash.
  • Organized bottles and cans on shelves according to brand or type.
  • Stayed up-to-date with current drink recipes to provide accurate information about cocktails to guests.
  • Served as cashier when necessary, handling payments accurately and efficiently.
  • Performed opening duties such as setting up supplies needed for service.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of all products offered at the bar including specialty beers, wines, liquors, sodas, juices .
  • Provided excellent customer service while interacting with guests in a friendly manner.
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.

Line Cook

Cioppinos restaurante
03.2017 - 12.2020
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.

Food Runner

Aliottos restaurante
05.2018 - 08.2020
  • Assisted servers in setting up tables for guests.
  • Organized food orders and ensured accuracy of items served to customers.
  • Greeted and welcomed customers as they arrived at the restaurant.
  • Informed servers of any special dietary needs or allergies communicated by customers.
  • Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
  • Replenished water glasses, bread baskets, condiments and other necessities during meal service.

Skills

  • Dining room organization
  • Quality Assurance
  • Table coordination
  • Professional Appearance
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Wait Staff Support
  • Dishwashing
  • Menu knowledge
  • Floor cleaning
  • Turning Tables
  • Table Bussing
  • Food Running
  • Beverage Service
  • Cleaning procedures
  • Customer service excellence
  • Food Safety
  • Effective problem solving
  • Workplace Safety
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Collaboration

Timeline

Restaurant Busser - Waterfront Restaurants
08.2021 - Current
Food Runner - Aliottos restaurante
05.2018 - 08.2020
Line Cook - Cioppinos restaurante
03.2017 - 12.2020
Bartender - Carbon Nightclub
01.2016 - 08.2022
Juan AguinagaBusser and food runner, barbak ,bartender, line cook