Driven and adaptable professional with a solid background in customer service and food preparation, honed at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar. Excelled in multitasking and problem-solving, ensuring order accuracy and high sanitation standards. Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills and reliability, contributing to improved customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
To-Go Specialist
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Beaverton, OR
09.2022 - 10.2023
Prepared restaurant delivery side station by assembling and arranging plastic takeout bags, boxes, condiments and utensils.
Selected food from storage and serving areas to place food in takeout bags, serving trays and dishes.
Answered to-go order phone calls, conveying menu options over telephone and accurately estimating time of delivery.
Operated cash register to accept cash, debit and credit card payments from customers.
Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients.
Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
Hostess/Server
Shari’s Cafe and Pies
Beaverton, OR
04.2020 - 06.2022
Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.