Alisha DeGuire
Riverside,CA
Summary
Delivered exceptional food service and customer support, leveraging 14 years of experience in diverse service roles.
Demonstrated expertise in relationship-building and time management within dynamic restaurant settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Server
Black Bear Diner
Murrieta, California
12.2018 - 05.2025
- Welcome, seat, and ask for guest drinks
- Take food orders and deliver in a timely manner
- Check back on guests to make sure everything is up to their standards
- Clear and pre bus any empty plates guests may be finished with
- Drop checks after making sure they are fully satisfied and they no longer need my services as their server
- Complete side work and clock out within thirty minutes of being taken off the floor
Server
Karl Strauss
Corona, California
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
Food Server
Brandon's Diner
Riverside, CA
02.2014 - 10.2022
- Managed and ran the front of the house as well as open and closed restaurant
- Serve fresh, hot food with a smile in a timely manner
- Prepare and deliver beverage such as coffee, tea, and fountain drinks
- Record customer orders and repeat them back in a clear, understandable manner to minimize errors
- Promptly report complaints to a member of the management team
- Package to-go order items into bags place drink orders into carriers
Food Server
Corky's Kitchen and Bakery
Corona, CA
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Welcomed guest and sat them at an appropriate, clean table
- Asked for drink and appetizer orders within 1 minute of seating
- Took drink order in timely manner, asked if there are any questions to be answered or if customers were ready
- Delivered appetizer before entrée meals and within 5 minutes deliver entrée meals
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while adhering to company policies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan College, Ca
Vista, CA08.2014
Skills
Thrives in high-pressure environments, delivering consistent results
Executed strategic problem-solving initiatives to enhance operational efficiency
Sourced and evaluated high-quality food ingredients to ensure optimal culinary standards
Executed point of sales (POS) system operations to ensure efficient transaction processing
Executed advanced sales techniques to drive revenue growth
Assisted in food safety training for staff members Supported compliance with health regulations through proper food handling practices Maintained cleanliness and organization in food preparation areas
Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of food safety regulations and best practices
Assisted teams in maintaining a positive and collaborative work environment Supported colleagues by fostering friendly interactions and encouraging open communication Contributed to team morale through a consistently upbeat attitude
Assisted in delivering food orders to customers promptly Supported kitchen staff in maintaining efficient workflow Collaborated with team members to ensure customer satisfaction
Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining areas Supported waitstaff by clearing and resetting tables efficiently Contributed to a positive dining experience for guests
Facilitated team member support through effective communication and collaboration
Timeline
Server
Karl Strauss
08.2024 - 03.2025
Food Server
Black Bear Diner
12.2018 - 05.2025
Food Server
Corky's Kitchen and Bakery
10.2017 - 08.2018
Food Server
Brandon's Diner
02.2014 - 10.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan College, Ca