Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at The Front Porch Restaurant & Pub, excelling in customer service and conflict resolution. Proven ability to enhance beverage sales and train staff effectively, ensuring compliance with food safety standards while maintaining high energy and a positive environment. Skilled in financial transaction coordination and menu knowledge.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
The Front Porch Restaurant & Pub
12.2023 - 06.2024
Beverage sales
Communication skills
Conflict resolution skills
Problem-solving skills
Professionalism
Ability to work in stressful environments
Practiced safe food and handling techniques per policy and local, state, and federal rules and regulations
Table bussing
Customer service
Restaurant experience
Stamina
Teamwork
Wine knowledge
General math skills
Ability to split tips evenly, hourly, and by percentage
High energy level when engaging with customers
Ability to provide detailed descriptions of menu items and make personalized recommendations
Take and submit food and drink orders accurately, ensuring timely service
Ability to process payments and handle cash with accuracy
Assisted other servers with setting up tables and ensuring proper arrangement
Cleared and reset tables efficiently, maintaining a clean and organized dining area
Barista
Starbucks
09.2021 - 05.2023
Learned every menu item’s preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs
Created a wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores
Promoted additional items with beverages, increasing store sales
Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily
Trained new partners, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise
Controlled line and crowd quick, efficient service
Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized delicious beverages, which improved sales
Repaired minor issues and maintained espresso equipment and coffee machines for smooth functioning
Taught proper procedures and strategies for success to new employees
Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching
Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems
Handled cash and processed payments accurately to avoid errors
Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages
Made and served brand-specific café beverages with a focus on speed, quality, and consistency
Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment
Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote a fun, positive environment