Andrea Paige
Englewood,NJ
Summary
I am very hardworking with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments with five years of experience. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. I strive to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Scottys Bar and grill
Cresskill, New Jersey
09.2024 - Current
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Bussed and seated each of my tables.
Server/Hostess Trainer
The Grand Cubano
Englewood, NJ
07.2023 - 11.2024
- Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
- Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet, restocking bar, and tidying up server stations.
- Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
- Created and made mock cocktails for costomers (this restaurant is byob)
Server
The Dorset Inn (Fine Dining)
Dorset, Vermont
08.2019 - 11.2023
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements and enhance fine dining experience.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
- Assisted in setting tables with appropriate utensils, napkins, and decorations to enhance guest experience.
- Stocked ice buckets, water pitchers, wine glasses or other bar items as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Granville Central High School
Granville, NY08-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Biology And Radiology
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJSkills
- Hostess support
- Order delivery practices
- Table resetting
- Upselling items
- Customer service
- Multitasking and organization
- High volume dining
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- Positive and professional
- Point of sale (POS) system operations
Timeline
Server
Scottys Bar and grill
09.2024 - Current
Server/Hostess Trainer
The Grand Cubano
07.2023 - 11.2024
Server
The Dorset Inn (Fine Dining)
08.2019 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Granville Central High School
Some College (No Degree) - Biology And Radiology
Bergen Community College