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Ashley Maas

Summary

Experienced server with over 10 years in the hospitality industry. Excited to immerse myself in Chicago's restaurant scene. Expert in excellent customer service, sushi and Japanese terminology, and managing high volume dining rooms. Strong communicator and team player. Consistently strive to create a memorable dining experience for guests. Deeply passionate about the art of service and creation of delicious food.

Overview

8
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Maru Sushi

Supervisor
08.2018 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Assisted in supervising daily operations, including scheduling of FOH team
  • Supervised and supported hosts with seating and servers with food running, contributing to a decrease in customer wait times and an increase in overall service efficiency
  • Created wine description sheets to assist FOH staff with learning the differences between our wine inventory
  • As well as creating quizzes to assess menu knowledge with new hires during training

Maru Sushi

Head Server
03.2016 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Increased restaurant revenue by upselling menu items and promoting daily specials.
  • Consistently achieved the highest food and beverage sales, executed by learning the menu inside and out, upselling and taking the time to get to know the guests leading to improved revenue and customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted in setup and organization while providing outstanding service during multiple Omakase tasting dinners which results in a smooth operation and repeat customers.
  • Accurately processed orders using a point-of-sale system, handling an average of of $1,500 in transactions per shift with a 99% accuracy rate.
  • Trained new servers to uphold company standards in customer service, food handling, and overall professionalism.

The People's Kitchen

Server
09.2019 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Provided exceptional service during high volume, fast-paced brunches, upscale dinners and ticketed 5-course dinners.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to maintain positive relationships.
  • Contributed to team success by assisting fellow servers during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations.

Maru Sushi

Head Host
03.2016 - 07.2016

Job overview

  • Managed a diverse range of customer needs including training new staff, answering the phones, taking reservations, seating, taking and bagging take-out orders, bussing tables and providing support to front of house staff.

Education

Fowlerville High School
Fowlerville, Mi

High School Diploma
06.2013

Skills

  • Communication
  • Food Safety
  • Mentoring
  • Adaptable
  • Training and mentoring
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Multitasking skills
  • Food and beverage preparation

Certification

  • Basset 09/21/24, 09/21/27, Illinois
  • Food Handlers License, State of Illinois, 09/19/24, 09/18/27
  • Licensed Esthetician
    Douglas J. Aveda Institute

Pronouns

She/They

Timeline

Server

The People's Kitchen
09.2019 - 03.2020

Supervisor

Maru Sushi
08.2018 - 06.2024

Head Server

Maru Sushi
03.2016 - 06.2024

Head Host

Maru Sushi
03.2016 - 07.2016

Fowlerville High School

High School Diploma
Ashley Maas