Caitlin Lynch
Jupiter
Summary
Motivated Restaurant Server offering extensive knowledge of hospitality etiquette and food preparation. Spirited and communicative individual polished in assisting patrons in selecting food and beverage choices and maintaining table settings. Customer-oriented team player familiar with POS system operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Restaurant Server
Dive Bar Restaurant
Jupiter
05.2019 - 02.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Assisted guests with menu selections and food recommendations.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely order delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and tables.
- Processed payments efficiently using POS systems.
- Trained new servers on restaurant procedures and service standards.
- Completed opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from food borne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Delivered beverages, appetizers, entrees, and desserts to guests in an efficient manner.
- Assisted other servers as needed during peak hours or special events.
- Provided menu recommendations and answered questions regarding food ingredients and preparation methods.
Bartender
Spoto’s Oyster Bar
Palm Beach Gardens
10.2014 - 04.2019
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area throughout shifts.
- Engaged with customers to provide exceptional service and build rapport.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service during peak hours.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Education
South River High School
Edgewater, MDSkills
- Customer service
- POS system operation
- Menu knowledge
- Order delivery coordination
- Sanitation practices
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Training and mentoring
- Multicultural awareness
- Wine service
- Buffet setup and takedown
- Allergy awareness
- Menu memorization
- Check payment processing
- Bar terminology
- Safe food handling
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Restaurant Server
Dive Bar Restaurant
05.2019 - 02.2025
Bartender
Spoto’s Oyster Bar
10.2014 - 04.2019
South River High School