Belle Star Hudec
Nevada City,CA
Summary
Community focused individual talented in building great working relationships with customers and coworkers alike. Offering a high level of food service experience balanced with a grounded ability to self motivate.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Nourish Sushi
06.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
Server
Alexander's Station
11.2022 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
Server
Watershed At The Owl
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
Executive Director
North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center
03.2013 - 03.2017
- Organized productions and oversaw meetings, fundraising events, performances and festivals.
- Worked with board of directors to full fill mission statement, create programming and maintain financial health of the organization.
- Organized venue tours for rentals, created contracts and attended rentals.
- Organized performers and vendors.
- Managed staff, volunteers and sub-committees.
- Produced the Sierra Storytelling Festival.
Owner/Operator
The Ridge Cafe
02.2006 - 11.2012
- Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Skills
- Inventory management
- Schedule Coordination
- Staff supervision
- Safe food handling
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Complex transactions
- Dining area maintenance
- Beverage preparation
- Hospitality Service Expertise
Timeline
Server
Nourish Sushi
06.2023 - Current
Server
Alexander's Station
11.2022 - Current
Server
Watershed At The Owl
02.2022 - 11.2022
Executive Director
North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center
03.2013 - 03.2017
Owner/Operator
The Ridge Cafe
02.2006 - 11.2012
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