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Alison Mayon

Atascadero,California

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Lead Server with extensive experience at Spirit of Paso, excelling in high-volume dining environments. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through attentive service and effective upselling techniques. Strong team leader with exceptional problem-solving skills, fostering a positive workplace culture while ensuring operational efficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Server

Spirit of Paso
09.2024 - Current
  • Managed high volume dining periods with effective time management and strong multitasking abilities.
  • Promoted a positive workplace culture through teamwork, open communication, and mutual support among coworkers.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
  • Implemented upselling techniques to boost average check size while still prioritizing guest satisfaction.
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.

Server/bartender/cart Attendant

San Luis Obispo Country Club
09.2011 - Current


  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere for guests at all times.
  • Developed strong rapport with our members through genuine connection-building efforts.
  • Enhanced customer experience by providing attentive and personalized service assisting the team with whatever was needed to be done depending on what position I was working that day. Most days ,wearing several hats.

Server/bartender

Otter Rock Café
09.2016 - 05.2021

Worked as a bartender/ server at this iconic waterfront restaurant in Morro Bay until pandemic, forced a closure. After working in fine dining for the last 20 years, the Otter Rock provided me the opportunity to learn how to work in a fast paced high volume dining establishment. Gave customers a memorable dining experience while multitasking many duties.

Server

Butter
05.2005 - 06.2010
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.

Education

Associates -

Cueata College
San Luis, CO

Horticultural Therapy -

New York City Botanical Garden
New York, NY
06.2005

Timeline

Lead Server

Spirit of Paso
09.2024 - Current

Server/bartender

Otter Rock Café
09.2016 - 05.2021

Server/bartender/cart Attendant

San Luis Obispo Country Club
09.2011 - Current

Server

Butter
05.2005 - 06.2010

Associates -

Cueata College

Horticultural Therapy -

New York City Botanical Garden
Alison Mayon