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Bailey Phelps

Bryan,TX

Summary

Student at Rudder High School in Senior Year

Finished top 5% academically among 400 student population

National Honor Society - Junior and Senior Year

Student Council Representative

Varsity Cheerleader - 4 years

Church Mission Trip 2019

Competitive Cheer Competition 2014-2021

Accepted to Blinn College 2021

Joined Blinn college cheer team in fall 2021

Community service work throughout my 2 years at Blinn

Transferred to Texas State University for the fall of 2023

Joined the Texas State cheer team

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Server, Beverage Cart, Banquet Server

Traditions Club
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Replenished food items, paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Collected orders and relayed them to bartenders quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.

Sales

J&J Snowcone
06.2020 - 05.2021
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
  • Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.
  • Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
  • Applied security and loss prevention training toward recognizing risks and reducing store theft.
  • Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05.2025

High School Diploma -

James Earl Rudder High School
Bryan, TX
05.2021

Skills

  • Personal relationship skills
  • Team building
  • Leadership
  • Communication skills
  • Food and beverage pairings
  • Sales expertise
  • Merchandise Sales
  • Guest Services

Timeline

Server, Beverage Cart, Banquet Server

Traditions Club
05.2021 - 08.2023

Sales

J&J Snowcone
06.2020 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Texas State University

High School Diploma -

James Earl Rudder High School
Bailey Phelps