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Ava Harding

KC Prime Steakhouse
Warrington,PA
5
years of professional experience

Results-oriented individual with a background in fine dining, excelling in Sales and Upselling. Known for efficiently managing multiple responsibilities while fostering positive guest relationships and resolving concerns promptly, contributing to an outstanding dining atmosphere.

Work History

Waitress, Hostess, Bartender

2 Years 10 Months
KC Prime Steakhouse | 11.2023 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced fine dining environment, fostering guest relationships and creating positive dining experiences.
  • - Honed communication, sales, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills through menu recommendations, upselling, resolving customer concerns, and team collaboration.
  • - Coordinated multiple responsibilities efficiently, maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.
  • Managed multiple tables efficiently while maintaining high satisfaction levels.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, enhancing overall dining experience.

Restaurant Hostess

1 Year 8 Months
Longhorn Steakhouse | 01.2022 - 09.2023
  • Managed reservation system, optimizing table turnover and minimizing wait times.
  • Greeted and seated guests, ensuring positive first impressions and smooth guest flow.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to accurately communicate guest needs and dietary restrictions.
  • Trained new hostesses on customer service protocols and reservation management systems.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Major in Business Management, Minor in Sales

The University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL | 05.2029
  • Member of the Gamma Phi Beta Sorority- Epsilon Lambda Chapter (2025- Present)
  • UA AI Experience Member
  • UA Wellness Society

Skills

Customer relationship management
Sales and upselling
Persuasive communication
Conflict resolution
Order management
Time management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution

Timeline

Waitress, Hostess, Bartender

KC Prime Steakhouse
11.2023 - CurrentRead More

Restaurant Hostess

Longhorn Steakhouse
01.2022 - 09.2023Read More

The University of Alabama

Bachelor of Science from Major in Business Management, Minor in Sales
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Ava Harding