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Anastasia Derdzikowski

Manasquan,NJ

Summary

Well rounded server with experience working both FOH and BOH bringing skills in order management, payment processing and upselling. Stay current on menu items and consistently offer targeted recommendations to meet individual customer needs. Knowledgeable about handling special dietary requirements and general food safety standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server

Waypoint622
Brielle, NJ
05.2021 - Current
  • Maintained 8-table section ensuring a positive dining experience while being attentive and mindful to turn around tables in an perfectly timed way for patrons
  • Memorized standard food and drink menu with knowledge of various alcohols including wines, vodkas, beers and tequilas as well as pairing them meals to compliment such
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Incorporated “The Sullvan Nod” while taking orders to increase individual patron sales., Collaborated daily lesson plans with lead teacher that encouraged educational development, creativity, and most importantly childhood engagement

Server/host/busser

River Cafe
Brielle, NJ
08.2021 - Current
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Quickly developed a relationship with customers establishing regulars and increasing business
  • Successfully created both daily and weekly specials to increase business volume
  • Replenished food items, paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.

Bakery Clerk

Natales
Summit, NJ
09.2020 - 05.2021
  • Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes and pies to drive product sales.
  • Provided superior customer service to promote guest satisfaction, brand loyalty and consistent revenue.
  • Operated cash register, quickly and accurately handled cash and card transactions and packaged orders neatly and correctly.
  • Helped customers locate ideal menu items by listening to needs and recommending specific products or custom cakes.

Head Food Runner

The Stirling Hotel
Stirling, NJ
05.2017 - 08.2019
  • Work alongside waiters to perform tasks such as answering customer inquiries, serving food, refilling glasses, checking food quality, cleaning tables, washing dishes, and helping with food preparation.
  • Maintained kitchen productivity, guaranteeing timely preparation and serving of dishes in alignment with customer specifications.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.

Education

Communications

Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ
2019

High School Diploma -

Governor Livingston High School
Berkeley Heights, NJ
05.2017

Skills

  • Toast, Tend, Bakesmart POS
  • High-Volume Dining
  • Customer Service and Rapport
  • Specials Promotion and Upselling
  • Conflict and Complaint Resolution
  • Team Player
  • Menu Memorization and Presentation
  • Banquet Service

Certification

  • First Aid and CPR
  • Licensed Real Estate Agent - 2021

Timeline

Server/host/busser

River Cafe
08.2021 - Current

Server

Waypoint622
05.2021 - Current

Bakery Clerk

Natales
09.2020 - 05.2021

Head Food Runner

The Stirling Hotel
05.2017 - 08.2019

Communications

Rowan University

High School Diploma -

Governor Livingston High School
Anastasia Derdzikowski