Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires, ad providing customized solutions to build loyalty.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Manager/Server/Bartender Shift Manager
Elemental Kitchen
10.2021 - 11.2023
Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
Resolved guests complaints while maintaining positive customer environment.
Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
Addressed guest concerns and resolved all issues to guests' satisfaction.
Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Server
Neptune's Taphouse And Eatery
02.2019 - 10.2021
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Server
Big Sky Thai
06.2018 - 03.2019
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
Specialty Department Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
12.2016 - 05.2018
Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition.
Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
Created and enforced department policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
Mentored new sales associates to contribute to store's positive culture.
Developed and nurtured lasting relationships with clients through dedicated assistance, issue resolution and active listening.
Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
Examined incoming inventory, merchandised shelves and prevented shrinkage.
Specialty Department Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
02.2012 - 08.2016
Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition.
Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
Created and enforced department policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
Developed and implemented useful inventory management strategies to maximize sales and reduce costs.
Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
Mentored new sales associates to contribute to store's positive culture.
Developed and nurtured lasting relationships with clients through dedicated assistance, issue resolution and active listening.
Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
Education
GED -
Park High School
Livingston, MT
Skills
Training and Coaching
Conflict Resolution
Training and Mentoring
Call Management
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Documentation and Reporting
Professional Telephone Demeanor
Problem-Solving Abilities
Customer Needs Assessment
Timeline
Front of House Manager/Server/Bartender Shift Manager
Elemental Kitchen
10.2021 - 11.2023
Server
Neptune's Taphouse And Eatery
02.2019 - 10.2021
Server
Big Sky Thai
06.2018 - 03.2019
Specialty Department Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
12.2016 - 05.2018
Specialty Department Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
02.2012 - 08.2016
GED -
Park High School
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