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Bella McStay

Wind and Sea Restaurants Inc.
Oceanside,CA
5
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Hospitality professional with 5+ years in fine dining service, bartending, and restaurant leadership. Delivers exceptional guest experiences while upholding high standards in fast-paced environments. Skilled in floor management, staff training, beverage service, and front-of-house operations. Currently pursuing an Associate Degree in Nursing.

Work History

Wind and Sea Restaurant

1 Year 1 Month
Wind and Sea Restaurants Inc. | 08.2025 - 09.2026

Lead Server | Bartender | Floor Manager

  • Delivered exceptional dining experiences while maintaining fine dining service standards.
  • Supervised front-of-house staff during service to ensure efficiency and guest satisfaction.
  • Supported daily restaurant operations and coordinated floor management to enhance service execution.
  • Supervised front-of-house staff during service to uphold service standards and maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Assisted with daily restaurant operations, floor management, and service execution.
  • Addressed guest concerns promptly and professionally to foster positive dining experiences.
  • Prepared and served cocktails, wine, beer, and specialty beverages with accuracy and efficiency.

Harpoon Henrys

4 Years 4 Months
Wind and Sea Restaurants Inc. | 04.2021 - 08.2025
Busser | Cocktail Server | Server | Bartender | Floor Manager
  • Advanced through multiple front-of-house positions, demonstrating leadership, reliability, and operational expertise.
  • Started role as busser, assisting servers with table setup and guest needs., supporting service staff through table maintenance, dining room organization, and guest assistance.
  • Advanced to cocktail server, delivering personalized beverage service to patrons., providing attentive beverage service and increasing beverage sales through guest engagement.
  • Received promotion to server and bartender, providing high-quality dining and drink service., delivering exceptional dining experiences while developing expertise in food, wine, beer, and cocktail service.
  • Supported management in daily operations, facilitating smooth front-of-house activities. with front-of-house operations, staff supervision, and daily floor management.
  • Coordinated service execution and table flow during high-volume shifts, enhancing guest satisfaction.
  • Conducted training sessions for new employees on service protocols and expectations. on service standards, hospitality expectations, and restaurant procedures.
  • Guided guests in menu selections, wine pairings, cocktails, and food pairings to enhance dining experience.
  • Processed cash transactions accurately at point of sale, ensuring financial accuracy. and POS operations accurately and efficiently.
  • Addressed guest concerns promptly, implementing solutions to enhance dining experiences. and performed service recovery to ensure positive dining experiences.
  • Ensured cleanliness and organization of work area, supporting team efficiency., organized, and efficient work environment while supporting overall team success.

Education

- Nursing

Saddleback College | Mission Viejo, CA | 06-2028

Skills

Positive demeanor
Problem-solving
Teamwork and collaboration
Dependable and responsible
Menu knowledge
Calm under pressure
Verbal communication
Friendly
positive attitude

Certification

California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification
Active

California Food Handler Card
Active

Timeline

Wind and Sea Restaurant

Wind and Sea Restaurants Inc.
08.2025 - 09.2026Read More

Harpoon Henrys

Wind and Sea Restaurants Inc.
04.2021 - 08.2025Read More

Saddleback College

from Nursing
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Bella McStay