Brendon Yi
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sushi Chef
Sumo Japanese Steakhouse
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Pleasantly welcomed patrons entering sushi bar, offering to explain menu options.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Educated guests on different types of fish and shellfish to aid decision-making on sushi orders.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Server
Sumo Japanese Steakhouse
02.2020 - 09.2023
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- 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.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- 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.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Table Busser
Sumo Japanese Steakhouse
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Bussed tables, cleared, cleaned and set tables quickly to facilitate table turns during high volume periods.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Greeted guests with friendly responses to promote satisfaction and restaurant loyalty.
- Removed debris and trash from dining area to keep rooms clean and fresh for guests.
- Supported servers by responding to guest needs and retrieving items.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Prepared tables for new guests by resetting condiments, adding silverware and wiping down all surfaces.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
- Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chapel Hill High School
Douglasville, GA05.2022
Skills
- Food Safety
- Sanitation
- Guest Engagement
- Safety Precautions
- Guest Interaction
- Effective Communication
- Customer service
- Time management
Guitar
Six years of casual playing
Timeline
Sushi Chef
Sumo Japanese Steakhouse
09.2023 - Current
Server
Sumo Japanese Steakhouse
02.2020 - 09.2023
Table Busser
Sumo Japanese Steakhouse
06.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Chapel Hill High School
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