Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Caitlin McDevitt

Caitlin McDevitt

New Orleans,LA

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

The Backyard
09.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment to meet food preparation codes.
  • Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
  • Refilled drinks and provided extra napkins and silverware to go extra mile in serving customers.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.

Server

Habeneros
03.2022 - 11.2022
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure guest satisfaction
  • Managed multiple tables efficiently during peak hours
  • Trained new staff members on restaurant procedures and customer service standards

Waitress

Mugshots Grill & Bar
12.2018 - 07.2019
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • 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.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.

Waitress

Olive Garden
03.2018 - 09.2018
  • Anticipated guest needs and provided proactive service.
  • Communicated with guests to record orders and assess needs.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.

Waitress

Texas Roadhouse
03.2015 - 12.2016
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • 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.

Waitress

Los Sombreros Restaurant
12.2014 - 08.2015
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.

Restaurant Hostess

Los Sombreros Restaurant
08.2014 - 12.2014
  • Delivered unparalleled service to drive positive dining experience and repeat customer visits.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.

Education

High School diploma - undefined

Covington High School, Covington
01.2015

Skills

  • Expert in customer service
  • Team player
  • Time management
  • Beverage preparation
  • Food sales and promotion
  • Inventory management
  • Table setting arrangements
  • Professional appearance
  • Task prioritization
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Order accuracy
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Upselling techniques
  • POS operation
  • Cash handling

Timeline

Server - The Backyard
09.2024 - Current
Server - Habeneros
03.2022 - 11.2022
Waitress - Mugshots Grill & Bar
12.2018 - 07.2019
Waitress - Olive Garden
03.2018 - 09.2018
Waitress - Texas Roadhouse
03.2015 - 12.2016
Waitress - Los Sombreros Restaurant
12.2014 - 08.2015
Restaurant Hostess - Los Sombreros Restaurant
08.2014 - 12.2014
Covington High School - High School diploma,
Caitlin McDevitt