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Alexandra Harmon

Ridgewood

Summary

Alexandra offers hospitality experience and enthusiasm for helping others. Familiar with organizing seating for individuals or parties to maximize guest satisfaction. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments to handle demanding workload.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Host

Lula
Ridgewood
08.2025 - Current
  • Greeted and seated guests promptly to enhance dining experience.
  • Managed reservation system to optimize seating arrangements efficiently.
  • Provided menu information and answered guest inquiries effectively.
  • Assisted in training new hosts on company standards and procedures.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service flow.
  • Monitored dining area for cleanliness and guest satisfaction consistently.
  • Handled customer feedback and resolved issues with professionalism.
  • Coordinated special events and large parties for optimal guest experience.
  • Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
  • Maintained cleanliness of lobby area, including wiping down tables and chairs.
  • Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs.
  • Managed incoming calls during busy shifts.
  • Took reservations over phone and in person.
  • Offered seating and other special accommodations to customers according to preferences and dining area volume.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.
  • Collaborated with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate customers.
  • Provided customers with accurate wait times and monitored waiting list.
  • Scheduled reservations and notified servers and managers of large groups to prepare seating in advance.
  • Contributed to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
  • Assisted servers in seating guests by escorting them to their tables.
  • Assisted other departments when needed such as bussing tables or delivering food orders.
  • Accommodated guests with children and special needs to promote comfortable dining experience.
  • Processed payments from customers using a POS system.
  • Resolved conflicts between customers when necessary.
  • Resolved customer service and food-related issues to maintain guest satisfaction.
  • Managed dining room layout to maximize efficiency of staff members.
  • Performed walk-throughs during service to monitor guest satisfaction and advise serving and bussing staff of specific guest needs.
  • Cleaned and restocked counter areas, replenished cash drawer and checked server supplies to facilitate operations.
  • Inspected dining areas for any damages or defects.
  • Performed light administrative duties such as filing documents and taking messages.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the restaurant.
  • Managed daily card and cash transactions, maintaining payment records and investigating discrepancies.
  • Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests.
  • Responded appropriately to customer complaints, bringing major issues to attention of manager on duty.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.

Server

Event organizer
Wayne
06.2025 - 07.2025
  • Provided excellent customer service during events and gatherings.
  • Assisted in setting up event spaces and dining areas efficiently.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining environments.
  • Collaborated with event organizers to enhance guest experiences.
  • Handled cash transactions and processed payments accurately.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Checked food before serving it to customers.
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.

Cashier

Old Navy, Gap
Paramus
10.2024 - 07.2025
  • Processed customer transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the cashier area and dining space.
  • Assisted customers with menu selections and answered product inquiries.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure a smooth workflow during peak hours.
  • Assisted customers in product selection for optimal shopping experience.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
  • Organized merchandise displays to enhance product visibility and appeal.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and updates.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to resolve inquiries and concerns.
  • Trained new associates on store policies and customer engagement techniques.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
  • Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
  • Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
  • Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.

Cashier

Mission burger and chicken LLC
Wenatchee
11.2022 - 07.2024
  • Processed customer transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the cashier area and dining space.
  • Assisted customers with menu selections and answered product inquiries.

Assisted owner with financials such as counting money from register

  • Collaborated with team members to ensure a smooth workflow during peak hours.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies at the front counter and requested restocks.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly to maintain service quality standards.
  • Promoted daily specials and upsell menu items to enhance customer experience.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
  • Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and measuring for daily menu items.
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen surfaces and equipment following health standards.
  • Assisted chefs in cooking and plating dishes during busy service hours.
  • Organized inventory by labeling and storing food items correctly in the kitchen.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes efficiently.
  • Monitored stock levels and alerted supervisors about low inventory supplies.
  • Followed recipes accurately to ensure consistency in flavor and presentation of dishes.
  • Participated in training new kitchen staff on prep techniques and safety protocols.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
  • Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
  • Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
  • Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
  • Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
  • Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
  • Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
  • Prepared ingredients for daily menu items and special dishes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and prep areas.
  • Assisted head chef in executing menu items during peak service hours.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, and ovens.
  • Followed food safety guidelines to ensure proper storage and handling of ingredients.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
  • Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to kitchen management.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.

Education

Ridgewood
Ridgewood, NJ

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Event coordination
  • Cash handling
  • Team collaboration

Languages

Spanish
Limited

Timeline

Host

Lula
08.2025 - Current

Server

Event organizer
06.2025 - 07.2025

Cashier

Old Navy, Gap
10.2024 - 07.2025

Cashier

Mission burger and chicken LLC
11.2022 - 07.2024

Ridgewood
Alexandra Harmon