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Sandra García

Brighton and Hove,East Sussex

Summary

Accomplished professional in the sector of hospitality with many years of experience. Expert in event coordination, waitering, stock management, and cash handling. Expertise in inventory control and customer satisfaction, driving operational excellence and high-quality service. Good track record in team supervision, shift management, and staff training. Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities, complemented by excellent communication skills and allergen knowledge.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work history

F&B supervisor

Harbour Hotel
Brighton
10.2023 - 08.2025
  • Coordinated catering events to ensure smooth execution and client satisfaction.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
  • Managed stock levels for optimal business performance.
  • Implemented new working methods which improved overall efficiency with my own operation team.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Solved complex problems with effective teamwork and communication skills.
  • Responded efficiently through my own company email enquiries.

Team leader Waitress

Nanninella
Brighton
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Facilitated communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams, leading to better operational flow.
  • Worked on shift rota basis.
  • Oversaw daily sales transactions, ensuring cash handling accuracy routinely.
  • Adapted floor plans according to reservations and walk-ins for efficient seating arrangements.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks for optimal stock management.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by training new waitstaff.

Waitress assistant

Al Forno
Brighton
04.2022 - 06.2022
  • Completed daily opening and closing procedures of the salon successfully without supervision.
  • Take orders from guests after arrival.
  • Collaborated with teams to understand and deliver running efficiently.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction with efficient completion of custom orders.
  • Managed till transactions accurately and professionally.

Food runner

Zest by Hanoi Kitchen
Brighton
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Supported kitchen staff by transferring dishes, utensils and cooking equipment efficiently.
  • Improved service speed by familiarising myself with table numbers and seating arrangements within the restaurant.
  • Ensured guest satisfaction, always serving meals with a smile and friendly manner.
  • Followed strict dietary requirements for the well-being of customers with allergies or dietary restrictions.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Social Integration

Alhadra
Almeria (Spain)
09/2016 - 06/2018

High School Diploma - Humanities

IES Los Angeles
Almeria (Spain)
09/2013 - 06/2016

Skills

  • Event coordination
  • Stock management
  • Cash handling
  • Inventory control
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Team supervision
  • Shift management
  • Staff training
  • Problem solving
  • Communication skills
  • Multitasking
  • Knowledge of allergens

Languages

Spanish
Native
English
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Affiliations

  • Pilates and meditation
  • Hiking
  • Travelling
  • Reading
  • Crafting

Timeline

F&B supervisor

Harbour Hotel
10.2023 - 08.2025

Team leader Waitress

Nanninella
07.2022 - 09.2023

Waitress assistant

Al Forno
04.2022 - 06.2022

Food runner

Zest by Hanoi Kitchen
01.2022 - 03.2022

Higher National Diploma - Social Integration

Alhadra
09/2016 - 06/2018

High School Diploma - Humanities

IES Los Angeles
09/2013 - 06/2016
Sandra García