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Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Server
Brooklyn Hall

Brooklyn Hall

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Motivated Server with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly, and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

The Backyard
02.2024 - Current
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
  • 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.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.

Service Assistant

P.F. Chang's
04.2023 - 02.2024
  • Managed customer deliveries and assisted with carrying out orders to promote maximum satisfaction.
  • Checked dining area supplies of linens, wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Wiped down kitchen counters and used sanitizing products to remove grime.
  • Delivered entrees and platters of food to patrons in support of wait staff.
  • Processed payments for orders and provided customers with change.
  • Established rapport with customers by providing friendly and attentive service.
  • Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections.
  • Addressed customer complaints and inquiries to verify satisfaction.
  • Monitored dining room inventory and replenished as necessary.
  • Collaborated with other dining room and bar staff to facilitate efficient service.
  • Operated dishwashers and other kitchen equipment according to safety guidelines.
  • Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
  • Assisted customers with carry-out service.
  • Arranged tables and chairs for special occasions and events.
  • Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.

Barista

Dutch Bros Coffee
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Learned special recipe items and seasonal offerings to best meet customer needs.
  • Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
  • Repaired minor issues and maintained espresso equipment and coffee machines for smooth functioning.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.

Creamologist/ Assistant Manager

Creamistry
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Created an entire experience for guests using Nitrogen to mix various desserts.
  • Trained thoroughly on recipes and proper memorization of different special items.
  • Entertained guests with unique methods of making ice cream.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Human Resources

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
07.2024

Pre-requisites - Human Resources

Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ
05.2023

High school diploma - undefined

Pinnacle High School
Phoenix, AZ
05.2021

Skills

  • Order delivery practices
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Guest Engagement
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Suggestive Selling
  • High-volume dining
  • Cash Handling
  • Food and beverage pairings
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Dining area maintenance
  • Point of sale operation

Certification

Food Handler Certification

Title 4 On-Premise Certification

Additional Information

I am a community college student pursuing my bachelor's degree in human resources, and will be starting at ASU for my final degree completion. I have a current GPA of 3.7 and graduated high school with a 4.2 GPA.

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Server

The Backyard
02.2024 - Current

Service Assistant

P.F. Chang's
04.2023 - 02.2024

Barista

Dutch Bros Coffee
08.2021 - 03.2022

Creamologist/ Assistant Manager

Creamistry
01.2021 - 05.2021

Bachelor's degree - Human Resources

Arizona State University

Pre-requisites - Human Resources

Scottsdale Community College

High school diploma - undefined

Pinnacle High School
Brooklyn Hall