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Amanda Burns

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Yucca Valley,CA

Summary

Highly organized with excellent customer service and a positive attitude to bring to the team. Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication. Maintains professional appearance and demeanor while completing assigned tasks with focus on quality.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Administrative & Marketing Assistant

Capitis Real Estate
Yucca Valley, CA
12.2020 - Current
  • Manage calendars to strategically coordinate meetings, appointments and events.
  • Develop and maintain list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets for both commercial and residential properties.
  • Coordinate appointments to show marketed properties.
  • Maintain efficient office operations by handling errands and administrative functions.
  • Kept contacts organized to maintain readiness for future mailings.
  • Create marketing material to promote properties and drive sales.

Server

Kitchen In The Desert
Twentynine Palms, CA
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Upsold items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales.
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of food and drinks.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and ready to meet customer needs.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.

Lead Server / Barista

Mojave Moon Cafe
Twentynine Palms, CA
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Provided prompt and successful service to guests.
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu, recommending specific items according to preferences and restrictions.
  • Asked diners about meals to get feedback for improving operations.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages.
  • Prioritized drink requests while managing interruptions.

Server / Bartender

Las Olas
Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA
10.2017 - 05.2019
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Mixed both standard and specialized drink orders.
  • Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals.

Server

Blue Ocean Robata & Sushi Bar
Carlsbad, CA
10.2015 - 12.2017
  • Worked with POS system to place orders.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Increased sales by upselling higher-end items to customers.
  • Quickly and clearly communicated with kitchen staff, especially regarding special requests or dietary restrictions.

Hostess

Fish House Vera Cruz
Carlsbad, CA
08.2013 - 01.2015
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone.
  • Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
  • Informed servers of newly seated parties for speedy service.
  • Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for the guests.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating and menu information.
  • Documented reservations and communicated changes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carlsbad High School
Carlsbad, CA
08.2009 - 06.2013

Certification

Legal Aspects of Real Estate - Certificate of Completion

Interests

Making Stained Glass Pieces

Traveling

Hiking

Photography

Cooking

Timeline

Server

Kitchen In The Desert
02.2022 - 07.2022

Administrative & Marketing Assistant

Capitis Real Estate
12.2020 - Current

Lead Server / Barista

Mojave Moon Cafe
05.2019 - 03.2020

Server / Bartender

Las Olas
10.2017 - 05.2019

Server

Blue Ocean Robata & Sushi Bar
10.2015 - 12.2017

Hostess

Fish House Vera Cruz
08.2013 - 01.2015

High School Diploma -

Carlsbad High School
08.2009 - 06.2013
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