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Ava Arndall

Wesley Chapel

Summary

Adept at enhancing dining experiences with a warm presence, I excelled in multitasking and customer service at Birkin's Steakhouse and Sushi Bar. Trained staff and managed reservations efficiently, showcasing strong problem-solving and interactive communication skills. Achieved significant improvements in guest satisfaction and dining flow. While also being a great conversationalist!

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Hostess

Birkin's Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
05.2024 - Current
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival while seating guests in a timely manner and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions.
  • Managed reservations effectively, accommodating special requests and ensuring accurate guest counts.
  • Trained new hostess staff members on company policies, procedures, and best practices ensuring consistency across all shifts.
  • Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
  • Increased efficiency by organizing menus and updating daily specials boards before each shift.
  • Assisted FOH and BOH staff to drive smooth service execution and maximize guest satisfaction.

Restaurant Hostess/Head Cashier

Pasta Di Guy
02.2022 - 05.2023
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Answered phone calls to take orders.
  • Resolved guest complaints professionally, taking appropriate action to address issues and improve future experiences.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and inviting restaurant environment by clearing tables and setting up for the next guests.
  • Trained new hostess staff members on company policies, procedures, and best practices ensuring consistency across all shifts.
  • Assisted customers with delivering orders, carrying additional trays and helping dish out items.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cypress Creek Highschool
8701 Old Pasco Rd
05-2024

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Strong multitasking
  • Greeting guests
  • Active learning
  • Assertiveness
  • Reservation handling
  • Table bussing
  • Payment processing
  • Detail-oriented
  • Interactive communication skills
  • Complex Problem-solving

Timeline

Restaurant Hostess

Birkin's Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
05.2024 - Current

Restaurant Hostess/Head Cashier

Pasta Di Guy
02.2022 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Cypress Creek Highschool
Ava Arndall