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Audra Dinello

Tempe,AZ

Summary

Sociable Waiter skilled at operating in fast-paced environments with demanding objectives for sales, service and quality. Enthusiastic team player successful at multitasking and delivering friendly, prompt service to all customers. Well-versed in maintaining clean and orderly tables, making personalized menu recommendations and managing closing duties such as reconciling cash drawers and restocking items to prepare for following shift. Dynamic Waiter with 15 years in FOH and BOH functions. Engaging communicator with exceptional customer service and food handling skills. Mesmerizes menu items and orders, upselling additional products and taking accurate drink and food orders. Hardworking waiter with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty. Skilled waiter offering expertise in order taking, money handling and product promotion. Greets guests with genuine smile, builds rapport and promotes enjoyable dining experience. Maintains thorough knowledge of menu to make recommendations. Experienced waiter with solid background in food service and history tackling various tasks to support team. Knowledgeable about safe food handling and order taking with high standards for organization and cleanliness. High-energy waiter skilled at welcoming guests, maintaining entrances and balancing server loads to optimize operations. Collaborative, hardworking and efficient at prioritizing and handling simultaneous tasks to promote positive dining experiences. Driven server with 15 years of experience increasing food and alcohol sales while delivering superior service. Expert at promoting menu items by answering customer questions enthusiastically, taking orders and maintaining communication with guests. Intuitive salesperson upsells 50% of patrons served, increasing earnings for restaurant and tips. Energetic waiter bringing 15 year background in service industry. Talent in fostering repeat business through advanced interpersonal skills. Recognized for physical coordination and strong memory. Amicable waiter skilled in providing expertise to aid guests in craft cocktail selections. In-depth understanding of spirit pairings, with a creative drive to assist with menu additions and promotional items.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server

Marino’s Italian Kitchen and Bar
Phoenix , AZ
11.2023 - 03.2025

Greeted and sat guests, took food and beverage orders, ran food, bussed tables, cashed guests out.

  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Checked food before serving it to customers.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
  • Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
  • Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
  • Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
  • Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
  • Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
  • Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
  • Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

Server, Bartender and Supervisor

Artichoke Basille's Pizza
Phoenix, AZ
08.2021 - 09.2023
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Took care of daily paperwork and cash totals, counted drawers and supervised employees.
  • Bused tables, did dishes and managed all takeout orders.

Esthetician

Revive modern massage
State College, PA
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Provided excellent customer service and skin care treatments to all clients.
  • Educated clients on skin care procedures and products.
  • Maintained rigorous standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law and spa's policies and procedures.
  • Sold skincare products to patients according to specific needs, boosting overall revenue.
  • Set up patient rooms and sterilized equipment.
  • Collected patient history to analyze patient-specific needs and determine proper skincare treatments.
  • Improved appearance of clients' skin through non-surgical processes.
  • Conducted private client consultations.
  • Pursued continuing education to learn new advances in skin condition treatments.
  • Sold salon-exclusive skin care products and encouraged service upgrades.
  • Maintained appropriate decorum and professionalism at all times.
  • Learned new techniques, including complete chemical peel process.
  • Assisted spa in activities such as staff meetings, promotions and housekeeping duties.
  • Gave patients [Type] treatments and educated on procedures.
  • Trained new staff on range of spa services offered.
  • Converted [Number]% of service customers into product customers.

Food Service Worker

Duffy’s taven
Boalsburg, PA
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
  • Received food orders from individuals and explained offerings.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes and silverware.
  • Operated cash register to process cash, check and credit card transactions.
  • Coordinated optimal guest relations from initial contact through final check-out to boost satisfaction and brand loyalty.

Esthetician

Bliss Full Service Salon
State College, PA
05.2015 - 03.2020
  • Provided excellent customer service and skin care treatments to all clients.
  • Educated clients on skin care procedures and products.
  • Maintained rigorous standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law and spa's policies and procedures.
  • Sold skincare products to patients according to specific needs, boosting overall revenue.
  • Set up patient rooms and sterilized equipment.
  • Collected patient history to analyze patient-specific needs and determine proper skincare treatments.
  • Answered multi-line phone, returned clients calls and scheduled appointments.
  • Meticulously maintained spa appearance and cleanliness.
  • Improved appearance of clients' skin through non-surgical processes.
  • Conducted private client consultations.
  • Pursued continuing education to learn new advances in skin condition treatments.
  • Sold salon-exclusive skin care products and encouraged service upgrades.
  • Maintained appropriate decorum and professionalism at all times.
  • Learned new techniques, including complete chemical peel process.
  • Assisted spa in activities such as staff meetings, promotions and housekeeping duties.
  • Gave patients [Type] treatments and educated on procedures.
  • Trained new staff on range of spa services offered.
  • Scheduled patient consultations and treatments using [Software].
  • Converted [Number]% of service customers into product customers.

Education

License - Esthetics

South Hills Beauty Academy
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2006

Skills

  • Chemical facial peels
  • Outstanding client care
  • Skin tightening techniques
  • Dermalogica
  • Advanced facials specialist
  • Spa treatment services expert
  • Microdermabrasion treatments
  • Product promotions
  • Superior attention to detail
  • Self-motivated
  • Consultations
  • Sanitization

Certification

  • Arizona Food Handlers Card
  • Alcohol Awareness Training Course

Timeline

Server

Marino’s Italian Kitchen and Bar
11.2023 - 03.2025

Server, Bartender and Supervisor

Artichoke Basille's Pizza
08.2021 - 09.2023

Esthetician

Revive modern massage
10.2020 - 07.2021

Food Service Worker

Duffy’s taven
08.2020 - 07.2021

Esthetician

Bliss Full Service Salon
05.2015 - 03.2020

License - Esthetics

South Hills Beauty Academy
Audra Dinello