-charina Acosta
San Fabian
Summary
Hospitable Catering Staff with solid background in food and bar service for weddings, social events and corporate functions. Executes food delivery and facility set-up for complex events . Dedicated food service professional well-versed in food and beverage operations and guest services. Experienced in managing large-scale events or intimate gourmet dining and afternoon tea services. Successful at building relationships with customers to increase loyalty and repeat business. Hardworking Kitchen Assistant well-versed in food preparation techniques and inventory management to maintain consistent stock of needed supplies. Shoulders multiple kitchen tasks in support of cooks and servers. Thrives in busy environments. Talented Catering Staff member eagerly sets up and assembles food and supplies at full-service events to satisfy guests. Over Number years of friendly and professional serving experience at buffet luncheons, black-tie dinners and receptions. Serves full-course meals in seated and buffet dining styles Organized professional with experience in high volume restaurants. Fulfills customer orders while maintaining clean and safe environment. Delivers quality food and offers great organizational skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Staff Member
Cecelia Basilica, Alpha Omega
San Fabian
05.2020 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional catering services at various events.
- Ensured timely food preparation and delivery for seamless event execution.
- Collaborated with team members to create memorable experiences for clients and guests.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces, adhering to strict health standards.
- Supported successful events by setting up venue spaces according to client specifications.
- Achieved safe food handling practices by following all necessary guidelines and procedures.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
Decorator
LVMA
Brgy. Magliba San Fabian
05.2020 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality decoration services within given timeframes.
- Collaborated with clients to develop personalized design concepts, resulting in uniquely tailored spaces.
- Sourced and selected materials for projects, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal.
- Managed budgets for decorating projects, maintaining cost-effectiveness without compromising on quality.
- Trained junior decorators in best practices and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Maintained production and processing equipment in clean states and good working order to optimize performance.
- Cleaned workpieces and products, applied coatings and buffed surfaces to achieve desired finishes.
- Inspected finished workpieces and products, assigned grades and removed unacceptable items.
Education
West Central Elementary School
San Fabian PangasinanGraystone Institute of The Philippines
A.B Fernandez AvenueBachelor Of Science In Tourism Management -
Universidad De Dagupan
Arellano Street, Dagupan, PangasinanSkills
- Food Presentation
- Food Storage
- Table Setting
- Sanitation Practices
- Food Safety Knowledge
- Order Taking
- Food Preparation
- Staff Training
- Customer Service
Block
05
Instructor
RAÑEL BALOLONG
Table2
Be on time! Aim to arrive at least 10–15 minutes your early., Bring the supplies you prepared the night before interview., Be considerate and polite to all staff members., Put mobile devices on silent., Avoid any scents that may be distracting to the employer., Enter with a positive attitude., Listen carefully to the interviewer and make sure you answer the question your interviewer is asking., Relate your skills, accomplishments, and objectives to the needs of the company., Provide specific examples when possible using the SARA method (Situation, Action, Result, Application)., Focus on the positive aspects of your training and experience. You don’t have to apologize for any perceived lack of experience or background., Use clear and direct language. Avoid using filler words such as “um” or “like.” Make your point and don’t ramble., Maintain eye contact with your interviewer(s). If there are multiple interviewers, remember to engage with all of them., Be aware of your body language. Convey confidence and engagement with your posture., Observe the people and office space to get a sense of the company’s culture., If you do not have the interviewer’s contact information, request a business card so that you can send a thank you note., Send a thank you note within 24 hours of the interview. Check out a sample thank you note for inspiration., Evaluate your performance. Did any questions stump you? Consider how you can improve your answers for the next interview., Think about what you learned about the position and employer during the interview. Assess how the position would meet your priorities and goals., After a first round interview you may be called back for additional rounds of interviews depending on the employer’s process. Check out our resource on what to expect at a second round interview to help you prepare., If a job offer is provided on the spot, which is uncommon, it is appropriate to thank the employer and to tell them that you need more time to consider the offer. Ask about the company’s timeline and deadline for your answer., If you do not hear from the employer after the hiring timeline they initially indicated, follow up once. Call or email the interviewer or human resources contact. Reaffirm your interest in the position and inquire about the new hiring timeline.
Table3 - Job Interview Conduct
Research the company for which you’re interviewing, Be on time, Dress accordingly, Be honest, Come prepared with concrete examples of your achievements and contributions, DO NOT ask about salary and benefits in the initial interview, Don’t speak badly of former bosses or co-workers, Don’t speak over the interviewer, Watch your body language, Don’t bring out your phone
Course
BSTM
Timeline
Catering Staff Member
Cecelia Basilica, Alpha Omega
05.2020 - Current
Decorator
LVMA
05.2020 - Current
West Central Elementary School
Graystone Institute of The Philippines
Bachelor Of Science In Tourism Management -
Universidad De Dagupan