Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
Recorded available tables after seating each party using specialized seating (Resy).
Documented reservations and communicated changes to guests
Host/Busser
Hudson Clearwater
New York, NY
09.2021 - 01.2022
Greeted patrons, confirmed and took reservation, answered phone calls and track occupancy chart for space Using special software (Resy).
Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
Provided respectful and courteous bussing services while operating within active dining rooms.
Reset used tables within prescribed timeframes to expedite turnover and increase available dining room space.
Host/Expo
Beer Baron
Santa Rosa, CA
03.2020 - 09.2021
Performed routine food preparation tasks as assigned; served and refilled water,; expedited food and necessary beverages.
Greeted guests, confirmed and took reservations, and tracked occupancy charts on specialized software (OpenTable).
Assigned tables to guests depending on party size, waiter/waitress availability.
Worked with BOH and FOH team to make sure all plates were prepared and plated correctly.
Maitre D'
Casa Dani
New York, NY
12.2021 - 04.2022
Spoke clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and responded well to questions.
Served as leader of Host team by assigning duties, work stations and responsibilities.
Created environment for guests to stimulate senses through personal services and amenities and followed up throughout meal to reinforce positive experience.
Answered phone calls, took and confirmed reservations, and used specialized software (OpenTable) to ensure accurate service.
Cashier
Urban Outfitters
New York, NY
09.2020 - 01.2021
Greeted over 200 customers per day, maintained sales floor appearance and restocked and organized merchandise.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2019 - 06.2021
Skills
Cash Handling
Attention to Detail
Creative Problem Solving
Facilitate guestbooks in fine dining and casual restaurant settings
Administrative support
Bilingual in Spanish (read and write)
Team Player
High Volume Dining
Highly efficient under pressure
Extensive knowledge in POS systems (Resy and openTable)