David Luna Araya
Kitchen Assistant
San Diego De Tres Rios, Cartago, Costa Rica
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Waiter's Assistant
La Casa De Doña Lela
08.2007 - 10.2011
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to facilitate prompt and accurate food preparation.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Upsold appetizers, drinks and desserts to increase restaurant profits.
- Informed customers about daily and seasonal specials.
- Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
Restaurant Waiter
Restaurante Mi Tierra
01.2012 - 04.2014
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal guest experience.
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy on order placement and delivery.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
Kitchen Assistant
Restaurant Intercontinental
1 2012 - 03.2015
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Kitchener
Steackhouse Las Brasas
02.2020 - 02.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Cocinero A1 -
INA
Secundaria Completa - undefined
Colegio Marco Tulio Salazar
Inglés para comunicación con turistas - undefined
INA
Sostenibilidad Turística - undefined
INA
Agencia de viajes y aerolíneas - undefined
INA
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Computer Skills
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Microsoft Office
References
- Elsie Hurtado, (506) 8311-6802
- Adita Chaves, (506) 8920-2548
- Marlene Montealegre, (506) 8545-1189
- Guillermo Rivera, (506) 6188-1311
Cycling
I am passionate about cycling since it is a sport that requires a lot of perseverance and that identifies me as a person in my work goals.
Timeline
Kitchener
Steackhouse Las Brasas
02.2020 - 02.2024
Restaurant Waiter
Restaurante Mi Tierra
01.2012 - 04.2014
Waiter's Assistant
La Casa De Doña Lela
08.2007 - 10.2011
Kitchen Assistant
Restaurant Intercontinental
1 2012 - 03.2015
Cocinero A1 -
INA
Secundaria Completa - undefined
Colegio Marco Tulio Salazar
Inglés para comunicación con turistas - undefined
INA
Sostenibilidad Turística - undefined
INA
Agencia de viajes y aerolíneas - undefined
INA
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