Resourceful and dedicated student with excellent analytical skills and a demonstrated commitment to providing great service in any area of work. Strong organizational abilities with proven successes managing multiple academic and work-related projects. Well-rounded and professional team player dedicated to continuing academic pursuits.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server
Red Cedar Lodge
Lansing , MI
01.2025 - Current
Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Assisted in training new servers.
Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
Receptionist
Rumble Boxing
Shelby Twp, MI
05.2023 - 09.2023
Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients
Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information
Improved appointment scheduling system, reducing wait times and increasing client satisfaction
Increased guest retention by maintaining a welcoming and organized reception area
Expedited check-in and check-out procedures for guests, ensuring seamless experiences during their visits
Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a positive work environment
Assisted management in implementing new policies and procedures, contributing to overall operational improvements.
Wait Staff
Leo's Coney Island
06.2021 - 07.2022
Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers
Handled incoming and outgoing package deliveries, working with vendors complete spe requests and track missing packages
Showed customers to their seats and presented our variety of menu options
Advised on the best food and drink choices for each customer and answered questions
Took orders and delivered them to the table deftly and accurately
Attended to the tables and guaranteed compliance to cleanliness standards
Checked the quality of the final servings and resolved any issues
Delivered checks and accepted payment
Worked with other staff as a team
Worked diligently to achieve outstanding service quality
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers
Assisted in food preparation as directed while following instructions to meet specific dietary needs
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean
Set up dining room to promote welcoming environment and meet or exceed hospitality and service standards.
Hostess
Osaka Japanese Steakhouse
07.2020 - 06.2021
Welcomed guests to the restaurant
Provided accurate wait times and monitored waiting lists
Managed reservations
Escorted customers to assigned dining or bar areas
Provided menus and announced Waiter/Waitress's name
Greeted customers upon their departure
Coordinated with wait staff about available seating options
Maintained a clean reception area
Catered to guests who required extra attention
Answered incoming calls and addressed customers' queries
Assisted wait staff as needed
Opened and closed seating sections according to volume of guests
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers
Advised customers about special offerings and menu items to help drive sales
Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests
Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.