Zara Edwards
Waitress
Lodi,CA
Summary
Attentive Waitress with superior knowledge of ethnic dining and dedication to fantastic dining experiences. Trained in POS systems and table-side serving with understanding of food and beverage pairings and great salesmanship. Known for maintaining speed and accuracy in high-traffic times.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress
Pacific Thai Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
Catering Assistant
UCSC Dining
Santa Cruz, CA
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
- Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
Waitress
Ricks New York Style Pizza
Lodi, CA
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aspire Langston Hughes Academy
Stockton06.2021
Skills
- Cash Register Operations
- Dining Room Cleaning and Upkeep
- Cleaning Up Spills
- Timely Food Delivery
- Warm and Friendly
- Table Bussing
- Food and Beverage Service
Timeline
Waitress
Pacific Thai Santa Cruz
03.2022 - Current
Catering Assistant
UCSC Dining
09.2021 - 03.2022
Waitress
Ricks New York Style Pizza
06.2019 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Aspire Langston Hughes Academy
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