Arman Vardanyan
Summary
I am successful at providing fast, high-quality customer service to guests in restaurant settings. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. I bring positive attitude and commitment to my workplace and make the best out of it. I value high-quality guest service in order to make the guests satisfied and wanting to come back. My knowledge and experience from different work settings have honed my skills in communication, efficiency, being a team player and having a solution-based mindset.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Runner
Fontainbleau
11.2023 - Current
- Quickly and responsibly delivering food from the kitchen to the guests- serving over 400 covers daily
- Representing food and describing in details
- Communicate food orders to chefs, paying attention to priorities and special requests
- Assure guests have everything needed on the tables after delivery of food
- Ensure guest has proper silverware, napkin, share plates when delivering food
- Communicate effectively and courteously with guests, and co-workers
Server
TS Steakhouse
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Presented restaurant menus and helped guests select food/beverages.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to guests' needs. Took and served orders with Forbes standards.
- Provided exceptional and professional dining experience for guests.
- Collaborated with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff.
- Dealt with complaints or problems with a positive attitude.
- Issued bills and accepted payment.
- Increased food and beverage sales.
Private Mentor/Tutor
Self-Employed
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Tutored 20 students (online) to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
- Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material.
- Facilitated small group workshops to build students' communication and presentation skills.
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
Assets Protection Team Leader
Target
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Kept guests and employees safe from any potential threats, criminal activity.
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company's assets.
- Contacted local authorities and prevented shoplifters.
- Documented cases of shoplifting and suspects with evidence.
- Developed strategies to increase effective communication between Assets protection team and employees.
Intern
US Embassy
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided clerical support, gathering and assessing data of grant applicants.
- Sorted, organized and maintained files.
- Answered and transferred incoming telephone calls, taking messages for various staff members.
- Researched and reviewed information in support of daily objectives.
- Created engaging content and monthly press releases.
Server
Torino Restaurant
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to guests' needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with guests.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Fundraising Public Speaker
American University Of Armenia
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Researched material extensively before writing informative speeches.
- Implemented authentic personal story as a veteran and fundraised over 1.5 million dollars to support veteran's mental health.
- Spoke at multiple events across the US (Chicago, LA, San Francisco) with audiences of more than 350 donors.
- Collaborated with AUA's Development Office to include more veteran's stories and raise awareness.
- Developed and executed new strategies to expand mental health awareness for returning veterans and how the public can help them.
Writing Consultant
American University Of Armenia
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, explained academic writing rules to avoid plagiarism.
- Mentored ten freshmen students with integrating into college life, signing up for courses, using university resources.
- One-on-one sessions with students from all majors, helping them to develop confidence in their writing skills and become better writers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English & Communications- Track of PR
American University of Armenia
Yerevan, Armenia06.2020
Skills
- Professional Communication
- Hospitality
- Team Work
- Leadership
- Advertising
- Multi Tasking
- Solution Based Mindset
- Flexibility
- Food Delivery
- Time Management
Accomplishments
Fundraised over $1.5 million for veterans' scholarships and mental health support services
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Armenian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Professional Working
Interests
One of the biggest interests for me that has turned into a lifestyle is meditation I genuinely believe that mediation is the key to mental, physical, spiritual , and emotional well-being I have been practicing meditation, breathwork and attended workshops (conducted by Dr Joe Dispenza) for over two years now I enjoy starting my day with mindfulness practices such as mediation, gratitude journal and work out Once, I am mentally prepared, then I am set for the day to enjoy it fully and make the best out of it Of course, along with meditation, I enjoy exploring state and national parks, because connecting with the nature makes me feel super refreshed and grateful Most importantly, coffee is what I also love and enjoy learning about its use in different forms As an Armenian, I enjoy meeting people from all walks of life and sharing this earth together
Timeline
Food Runner
Fontainbleau
11.2023 - Current
Server
TS Steakhouse
01.2023 - 10.2023
Private Mentor/Tutor
Self-Employed
12.2021 - 12.2022
Assets Protection Team Leader
Target
09.2021 - 03.2022
Server
Torino Restaurant
05.2019 - 09.2019
Fundraising Public Speaker
American University Of Armenia
03.2019 - 09.2019
Intern
US Embassy
01.2019 - 04.2020
Writing Consultant
American University Of Armenia
01.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Arts - English & Communications- Track of PR
American University of Armenia
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