Betzy Cabrera Gomez
Hempstead
Summary
With over two years of experience at a diner, I have developed expertise in customer service, social skills, problem-solving, and multitasking. Committed to continuous self-improvement, I dedicate personal time to refine my job skills, ensuring exceptional quality. This dedication has allowed me to evolve into a leader, teacher, and role model. I excel at addressing customer inquiries, preferences, and needs in both English and Spanish while maintaining a welcoming and friendly demeanor.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostess/Cashier
IMPERIAL DINER
02.2025 - Current
- Greeted and welcomed guests with a warm and friendly demeanor
- Managed guest reservations and seating arrangements efficiently
- Effectively communicated with the restaurant staff to coordinate seating assignments and accommodate special requests
- Provided accurate information about menu items, daily specials, and promotions to enhance the dining experience for guests
- Assisted in managing the flow of customers during peak hours
- Resolved customer complaints or concerns promptly and professionally, striving to exceed guest expectations
- Collaborated with servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth communication between front-of-house and back-of-house operations
- Coordinated with event planners for large parties or private events, ensuring seamless execution from arrival to departure of guests
- Managed cash while being able to follow restaurant procedures
Take Out Specialist
IMPERIAL DINER
10.2024 - Current
- Provided efficient and friendly service to take-out customers, ensuring accurate order fulfillment
- Managed a high volume of take-out orders during peak hours, maintaining a fast-paced and organized workflow
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and packaging of take-out orders
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the take-out area, including restocking supplies as needed
- Utilized strong communication skills to accurately relay customer preferences or special requests to the kitchen team
- Handled cash transactions for take-out orders, ensuring accuracy and providing receipts when necessary
- Resolved customer complaints or issues regarding their take-out experience promptly and professionally
- Assisted with coordinating large catering orders by taking detailed notes on specific requirements and communicating them effectively with the kitchen team
- Ensured customer's orders were taken out and given to them in their designated curbside spots
- Practiced great multitasking between taking in person orders, over the phone orders, retrieving any needed items for orders, while also being attentive to customers coming in.
Drink
IMPERIAL DINER
09.2022 - Current
- Expertly prepared and served a variety of coffee beverages, including espresso, cappuccino, latte, and cold brew
- Consistently maintained high standards of quality in every drink made, ensuring customer satisfaction
- Provided exceptional customer service by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and addressing their needs promptly
- Efficiently operated espresso machines, grinders, and other equipment to produce consistent and delicious coffee drinks
- Managed inventory levels to ensure an adequate supply of coffee beans, milk, syrups, and other ingredients
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the coffee bar area at all times for a pleasant customer experience
- Trained new baristas on proper brewing techniques, drink recipes, and customer service protocols
- Handled cash transactions accurately while following company policies regarding cash handling procedures
- Responded effectively to customer complaints or concerns by listening attentively and resolving issues promptly
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Prepared and plated desserts for restaurant service, showcasing precision and artistic presentation
- Handled customer inquiries and special requests with professionalism and enthusiasm
- Maintained a high standard of cleanliness and food safety in compliance with health regulations
Education
High school diploma -
Hempstead High School
Hempstead, NY06-2024
Skills
- Multitasking
- Cashiering
- Bilingual
- Packaging
- Food Service
- Organizational skills
- Safe food handling
- Upselling
- Effective multitasking
- Phone etiquette
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Customer service expertise
- Complaint handling
- Menu memorization
- Beverage preparation
- Positive and professional
- Food station setup
- Food safety
- Takeout order processing
- Team player
- Problem-solving
- Guest greeting and seating
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Hostess/Cashier
IMPERIAL DINER
02.2025 - Current
Take Out Specialist
IMPERIAL DINER
10.2024 - Current
Drink
IMPERIAL DINER
09.2022 - Current
High school diploma -
Hempstead High School
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