Trained servers on order management, food service quality and how to build rapport with guests.
Welcomed and greeted guests before presenting special menu items to clients.
Led team of servers to consistently meet customer service and sales targets.
Handled guest complaints in positively and offered appreciation tokens to build customer loyalty.
Proactively communicated with servers to coordinate workflows and monitor service during busy shifts.
Cultivated guest satisfaction and loyalty through consistent commitment to quality service.
Completed daily procedure checklist and communicated changes to servers and kitchen staff.
Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
Server
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
03.2015 - 11.2017
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
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.
Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
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.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Server
Don Jose Mexican Restaurant
04.2014 - 03.2015
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
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.
Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
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.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
General Manager
Sonic Drive In
01.2011 - 04.2014
Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions.
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Provided strategic oversight of marketing and promotional campaigns to keep campaigns aligned with overall goals and objectives.
Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Reported issues to higher management with great detail.