David Salazar
Bellevue
Summary
Experienced hospitality professional with a proven track record of delivering exceptional service in fast-paced dining environments. Dedicated to fostering a collaborative team environment and consistently exceeding customer expectations. Demonstrated adaptability and dependability, seamlessly adjusting to evolving demands and resolving challenges through effective communication and problem-solving abilities. Seeking a new industry opportunity to leverage talents and skills in order to contribute to the growth and success of a company.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Blue Sushi Sake Grill
10.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Server Assistant
Memoir
07.2024 - Current
- Greeted customers warmly to provide exceptional customer service.
- Bussed tables between courses and load and unloaded trays to expedite tasks.
- Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities effectively, ensuring a smooth flow of service during peak meal times.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area by routinely sweeping floors, wiping surfaces, and removing trash.
- Refilled drinks and condiments and restocked serving areas to minimize delays.
Server
Pasta Amore
04.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
Server
Backlot Pizza + Kitchen
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment for guest comfort and enjoyment.
- Trained new hires on restaurant policies, procedures, and exceptional customer service standards.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Stocker/Delivery Driver
Westside Liquor
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly locating items and providing product information.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
Server
Land of Sushi
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Host
Atomic cowboy
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to continuously improve service quality.
- Improved guest satisfaction by welcoming visitors and providing exceptional service.
- Facilitated communication between kitchen and front-of-house to streamline service.
- Managed reservations to optimize seating and minimize wait times.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
FOH Team Member
Swartz Delicatessen
08.2021 - 10.2021
- I took orders, made food, stock everything, bus tables, dish wash, make drinks, and clean the whole store daily
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for customers and staff.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing the register at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Reset tables between guests by restocking low items and wiping down surfaces.
- Assisted management in monitoring inventory levels, reducing waste by properly stocking items according to demand.
- Cooked meals to meet customer dietary preferences and special requests.
- Prepared diverse menu items by following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Monitored food safety standards to uphold health regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Server/Host
Spezia
02.2021 - 08.2021
- As a host I delegated tables to the other servers also making sure that they weren't too in the weeds and helping set up tables if I had the time I also took reservations for serving I would try to make sure everyone would have a fun time making sure everyone got what they needed I would also make drinks if the bar got too busy
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Transport, and deliver items to clients or businesses in a safe, and timely manner
- Reviewing orders before and after delivery to ensure that orders are complete, the charges are correct, and the customer is satisfied
- Provided quality customer service through positive and professional interaction with customers in person or by phone
- Accept payments for delivered items
- Adhere to assigned routes and follow time schedules
- Selected the most efficient routes in compliance with delivery instructions
FOH staff
Midtown art supply
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted with setup and breakdown of concert equipment and staging.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of venue areas during events.
- Monitored crowd behavior to promote safety and comfort for all attendees.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to efficient box office operations during busy periods.
- Implemented innovative promotional strategies that increased ticket sales for lesser-known artists or niche genres.
- Kept venue safe, clean and presentable for guests and staff.
Shift Manager
Generation V
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Prepare the shop for closing by completing all point of sale closing procedures, including counting the cash register and storing equipment
- Priced merchandise, stocked shelves and took inventory of supplies
- Subject matter expert in knowledge about juices, hardware, and promotions as well as answer any and all customer questions and inquiries
- Assist in new hire training
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss performance metrics and strategic objectives.
- Scheduled staff shifts to maintain optimal coverage during peak hours.
Sales Associate
Generation V
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Welcomed customers in the store and helped them locate items
- Provide customers with product information to help them make informed choices
- Utilized the point of sale system in order to process payments, refunds and exchanges
- Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts
- Keeping the sales area clean at all times
Sales Associate/Cashier
Lucky Brand
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Welcomed customers in the store and helped them locate items
- Provide customers with product information to help them make informed choices
- Utilized the point of sale system in order to process payments, refunds and exchanges
- Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts
- Keeping the sales area clean at all times
Sales Floor Team Member
Target
04.2017 - 03.2018
- Provide exceptional guest experience in the areas of the store designated as Hardlines
- Ensure areas maintain brand standards and are in-stock
- Grow sales by maintaining merchandise, signs and labels on the sales floor
- Cross-trained as cashier
- Completed transactions accurately and effectively while engaging guests in conversation
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Metropolitan Community College
Elkhorn, NE10.2018
High school diploma or GED -
Millard west High School
Omaha, NE05.2017
Skills
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Exceptional customer service
- Strong work ethic
- Professional appearance
- Hospitality service expertise
- Memory retention
- Cleanliness standards
- Menu memorization
- High volume dining
- Food running
- Sales expertise
- Supply restocking
- Guest relations management
- Point of sale operation
- Wine service
- Wine pairings
- Shift management
- Calm demeanor
- Reliable and responsible
- Adaptable and flexible
- Problem-solving
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Server
Blue Sushi Sake Grill
10.2024 - Current
Server Assistant
Memoir
07.2024 - Current
Server
Pasta Amore
04.2023 - Current
Server
Backlot Pizza + Kitchen
02.2022 - 03.2023
Stocker/Delivery Driver
Westside Liquor
02.2022 - 03.2022
Server
Land of Sushi
01.2022 - 02.2022
Host
Atomic cowboy
10.2021 - 01.2022
FOH Team Member
Swartz Delicatessen
08.2021 - 10.2021
Server/Host
Spezia
02.2021 - 08.2021
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
05.2020 - 02.2021
FOH staff
Midtown art supply
10.2019 - 03.2020
Shift Manager
Generation V
08.2019 - 01.2020
Sales Associate
Generation V
05.2019 - 08.2019
Sales Associate/Cashier
Lucky Brand
06.2018 - 07.2018
Sales Floor Team Member
Target
04.2017 - 03.2018
High school diploma or GED -
Millard west High School
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Metropolitan Community College
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