Akaila Boykin
Hamden,CT
Summary
Customer-focused candidate eager to put excellent communication and interpersonal skills into practice. Handles reservations, seating arrangements and payments. Trainable and committed to creating warm and inviting atmosphere.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostess
Geronimo's Tequila And Southwest Bar
05.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Banquet Server
Amarante's Sea Cliff
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Set up banquet tables and chairs based on event requirements.
- Carried out professional service, retaining polite and friendly approach at all times.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
Cashier
Whitneyville Food Center
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sacred Heart Academy
Hamden05.2021
Skills
- Safe Food Handling
- Customer Loyalty
- Guest Accommodations
- Workflow Coordination
- Cash handling
Volunteer work
Volunteered at Yale New Haven Hospital from June 2018 until August 2019, Where I was welcoming visitors and patients in showing them where they need to go as well as help make beds.
Timeline
Hostess
Geronimo's Tequila And Southwest Bar
05.2023 - Current
Banquet Server
Amarante's Sea Cliff
03.2021 - 05.2023
Cashier
Whitneyville Food Center
05.2019 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Sacred Heart Academy
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