Alexander Kantor
Plymouth,MN
Summary
Experienced with managing tables and providing top-notch service to guests in fast-paced environments. Utilizes excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and create welcoming atmosphere. Track record of maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency, ensuring positive dining experience for all patrons.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/WaitStaff
Stories Behind The Menu (On Call, Known In Advance)
01.2024 - Current
- Provided friendly service and attentive support to guests during private events, enhancing overall guest satisfaction. Executed table service and coordinated setup and cleanup for events, ensuring seamless operations alongside catering teams. Communicated effectively and adapted to high-pressure situations, fostering a pleasant and professional atmosphere at every event.
- Trained and mentored new staff on customer service standards and operational procedures.
- Managed daily transactions accurately using POS systems to streamline order processing.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of high-quality meals and customer satisfaction.
Food Service Worker
Panera Bread
Plymouth
10.2024 - 09.2025
- Provided excellent customer service through dedication and professionalism. Worked in many departments (Service, Kitchen, Catering, Food Handling, Expo, Food Truck Handler). Greetings everybody with good energy, no matter the time of day. Resolved customer service issues effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction. Operated POS machine efficiently during transactions.
- Accurate and timely with Cater Deliveries. Earned consistent recognition from customers for dedication and positive attitude.
- Mentored staff on customer service standards, enhancing guest satisfaction and team performance. Down to the detail with custom requests.
Line Cook, Cashier
Raising Canes
Maple Grove
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces, and coordinated with wait staff for timely serving. Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes. Applied proper techniques to prepare ingredients for menu items. Monitored temperature of freezers and refrigerators to ensure safe storage of cold items. Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep. Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients. Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods. Streamlined storage area organization to enhance accessibility of necessary items.
- Prepared high-quality food items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing overall workflow.
Team Member
Target
Plymouth
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation procedures, contributing to high-quality services and products for customers. Mobile and able to lift 40 lbs regularly, with up to 100 lbs occasionally. Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers, responding to inquiries, and resolving complaints in a professional manner. Safely unloaded incoming merchandise onto sales floor, facilitating timely product availability for customers. Confirmed accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders, maintaining inventory integrity and reducing discrepancies. Transported materials and pallets between areas.
- Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries to enhance satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain optimal stock levels on sales floor.
- Operated cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and efficient service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Armstrong High School
Plymouth05-2023
Skills
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Menu Presentation
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Training & Development
- Supply Management
- Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving
- Organized
- Detail-oriented
- Equipment Maintenance
- Workplace Safety
- Stress Tolerance
- Critical Thinking
- Data Management
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Panera Bread
10.2024 - 09.2025
Line Cook, Cashier
Raising Canes
04.2024 - 06.2024
Server/WaitStaff
Stories Behind The Menu (On Call, Known In Advance)
01.2024 - Current
Team Member
Target
08.2022 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Armstrong High School