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Caiden Talbert
Summary
Enthusiastic and detail-oriented Stage Management student at the University of Central Florida with prior experience in restaurant hosting and a strong foundation in communication, organization, and problem-solving. Trained in high-pressure, fast-paced environments through both academic and practical experience, with a proven ability to manage logistics, coordinate teams, and provide exceptional guest service. Seeking a hostess position where my hospitality background and commitment to a welcoming guest experience can contribute to a professional and efficient front-of-house team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Hostess
South Bar and Kitchen
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Resolved guest complaints professionally, taking appropriate action to address issues and improve future experiences.
- Trained new hostess staff members on company policies, procedures, and best practices ensuring consistency across all shifts.
- Managed the seating of over 200 guests.
- Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
- Coordinated large party bookings both on the phone and in-person, creating organized seating plans tailored to guest needs.
Restaurant Hostess
Yot Bar and Kitchen
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by greeting and seating guests promptly upon arrival.
- Managed seating of guests arriving by boat and handling yacht reservations.
- Provided patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.
- Managed seating of over 400 guests during peak season.
- Worked busy holidays as lead hostess.
- Cross-trained to handle different restaurant roles, including expo, busser, and server assistant.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Stage Management
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL04-2027
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Greeting guests
- Active learning
- Clear Communication
- Proficient in OpenTable
- POS system operations (Toast)
- Dining room management
- Special event hosting
- Multi-line telephones
- Waitlist management
Certification
OSHA-10 Certified, Summer 2024
Interests
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess
South Bar and Kitchen
01.2023 - 07.2023
Restaurant Hostess
Yot Bar and Kitchen
06.2020 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Stage Management
University of Central Florida
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