Anita Chantharavongsa
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Dynamic team player with a proven track record at South Side Thai Restaurant. Expertise in excelling in fast-paced environments, demonstrating dedication to hygienic food preparation and exceptional customer service. Proficient in inventory management and guest engagement, resulting in enhanced dining experiences and operational efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
South Side Thai Restaurant
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Balanced multiple table assignments efficiently, ensuring consistent quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- 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.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Adhered to proper food handling procedures and safety guidelines for the well-being of guests and team members alike.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
- Contributed to inventory management by monitoring stock levels.
- Kept up with fast-paced environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders during peak hours.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Food Prep Cook
South Side Thai Restaurant
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Assembled, stored and disposed of food using proper food handling, labeling and safety techniques.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following food safety guidelines and proper equipment usage.
- Excelled under pressure during peak service hours, maintaining accuracy and speed throughout meal rushes.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Supported culinary team by assisting with daily prep tasks such as chopping vegetables, marinating meats, or preparing sauces from scratch when needed.
- Reduced food waste through careful inventory management, storage, and rotation practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Forest Park High School
Woodbridge, VA06.2020
Skills
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Proficient Customer Assistance
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Hygienic Food Preparation
- Restaurant Order Fulfillment
- Menu Knowledge
- Team collaboration
- Order accuracy
- Supply restocking
- Food safety practices
- Table bussing
- Allergy awareness
- Inventory management
- Task prioritization
- Table setting
- Table setting knowledge
- Food station setup
- Food delivery
- Regulatory compliance
- Order delivery practices
- Front-of-house display creation
- Multitasking and organization
- Food safety
- Shift management
- Take-out service
- Team member support
- Dining crew workflow optimization
- Multitasking
Timeline
Server
South Side Thai Restaurant
07.2021 - 12.2022
Food Prep Cook
South Side Thai Restaurant
06.2020 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Forest Park High School
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