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Hobbies and interests
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Kevin Candia

Leicester,Leicestershire

Summary

Experienced Restaurant Waiter and Sales Assistant with a strong background at Brig’s Argentina, delivering efficient service in fast-paced, high-volume environments while maintaining excellent customer service standards. Ability to effectively handle customer enquiries and resolve issues promptly, contributing to smooth daily operations through effective teamwork.

Key skills include maintaining hygiene and cleanliness standards, managing reservation systems, collaborating effectively within a team, strong time management, and accurate order processing.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Restaurant Waiter,

Brig's Argentina
08.2020 - 04.2022

As a Waiter working for Brig's Restaurant (Argentina), I would make sure to always act and carry out my duties in a professional manner. Being a person that is quick to adapt and eager to learn, allowed me to perform well under pressure as well as maintaining a strong sense of teamwork amongst other staff members. As a result of my experience at Brig's, I developed the skillset that allowed me to not only perform to company standards, but excel when working in a teamwork environment.

Some of my roles included:

  • Delivered friendly and fast service to process high-volume food and drink orders at peak times.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, escalating larger operational concerns to management.
  • Coordinated team members to take, serve and clear orders accurately and promptly.

Retail Assistant

Maxikiosco, La Boca (Argentina)
02.2020 - 07.2020

During my time working at Maxikiosco La Boca as a Retail Assistant, some of the responsibilities I carried were:

  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and contribute to store success.
  • Identify and resolve issues with damaged or defective goods, ensuring quality control.
  • Maintained clean, tidy and organised checkout areas.
  • Packed purchased items properly to prevent damage to delicate products.
  • Helped customers with specific item requests by answering questions and offering knowledgeable product advice.

Education

CEFR Level B1.1 (Distinction) - English

Trinity College London
Birmingham, BIR

Engineering

Escuela Técnica N° 23 - Casal Calviño
Avellaneda

Skills

  • Hygiene and cleanliness protocols
  • Customer service excellence
  • Reservation system navigation
  • Team collaboration
  • Table service
  • Time management
  • Order processing efficiency
  • Positive attitude
  • Attentive
  • Communication skills
  • Adaptability
  • Food safety awareness

Hobbies and interests

Since living in the UK I have enjoyed experiencing and embracing the culture and diversity within. I'm always eager to learn and gain new knowledge as it helps me with my desire to learn new languages and connect with people.

Timeline

Restaurant Waiter,

Brig's Argentina
08.2020 - 04.2022

Retail Assistant

Maxikiosco, La Boca (Argentina)
02.2020 - 07.2020

Engineering

Escuela Técnica N° 23 - Casal Calviño

CEFR Level B1.1 (Distinction) - English

Trinity College London
Kevin Candia