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Carly Stonebraker
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Talented in creating a warm, friendly, welcoming atmosphere for both guests and co-workers. Highly knowledgeable about FOH and BOH restaurant operations. Organized, independent worker with strong time management skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new tasks quickly and effectively. Diverse technical knowledge and artistic abilities. Consistently adhere to quality expectations and standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Café Lead
Amelia's by EAT at Kiln
10.2024 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and addressing their inquiries or concerns
- Managed cash register operations, including ordering, handling cash transactions and electronic payments
- Efficiently operated espresso machines, grinders, and other equipment to produce consistent and delicious coffee drinks while maintaining high standards of quality
- Prepared and served a variety of coffee beverages, including espresso, cappuccino, latte, and cold brew, teas
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes, including breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, soups, and daily specials
- Safely operated kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens, slicers, and mixers
- Prioritized tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Managed inventory, reducing waste through accurate forecasting and ordering
Server
Amelia's by EAT
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Explain how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods
- Describe and recommend wines and cocktails to customers
- Roll silverware, set up food stations or set up dining areas to prepare for the next shift or for large parties
- Prepare tables for service, including setting up items such as linens, silverware, glassware; sweeping and detailing the dining room
- Scrub and polish counters, steam tables, and other equipment, and clean glasses, dishes
- Set up or restock product displays
- Maintain contact with kitchen staff, management, serving staff, and customers to ensure that dining details are handled properly and customers' concerns are addressed
- Got a promotion
Bartender
The Sicilian Butcher
02.2021 - 12.2023
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, regulars and walk-in business
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep the restaurant flowing efficiently
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area
- Performed printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shifts, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands
Server
Gordon Biersch Brewery
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Describe and recommend beers, wines, and cocktails to guests
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods
- Garnish and decorate dishes in preparation for serving; ensure consistent high quality of plate presentation
- Regularly check on guests to ensure satisfaction with food and beverages, and take action to correct any problems immediately
- Cleaned and reset tables after guests have finished dining
- Stocked supplies in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators
- Performed opening and closing cleaning duties, such as sweeping, vacuuming carpet, tidying up server stations, taking out the trash, cleaning expo line
Server
Benihana
04.2017 - 10.2017
- Served multiple parties at once
- Communicated with customers regarding orders, comments, and complaints
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods
- Assisted guests with making menu choices in an informative and helpful fashion
- Effectively communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests
- Stocked supplies in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, and salad bars
- Supported other areas of the restaurant as necessary, such as setup, cleanup, prep work and equipment maintenance
Service Assistant
Longhorn Steakhouse
12.2014 - 04.2017
- Facilitated prompt and accurate seating and service of all guests
- Delivered exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in a timely, friendly manner
- Responsible for opening and closing the restaurant, proficiently performed all opening and closing duties
- Routinely cleaned bars, work areas, tables, table linens, table settings, glassware, windowsills, carpets, counters, floors, storage areas and service refrigerators
- Inspected dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper setup
- Complied with scheduled kitchen sanitation and ensured all standards and practices were met
Education
Associate of Fine Arts -
Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Gilbert, AZ03.2025
Skills
- Server
- Restaurant Experience
- Organizational Skills
- Food Preparation
- Barista Experience
- Customer Service
- Bartending
- Training
Certification
- Bartender License
- Food Handler Certificate
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: Yes
Interests
Timeline
Café Lead
Amelia's by EAT at Kiln
10.2024 - Current
Server
Amelia's by EAT
12.2023 - 10.2024
Bartender
The Sicilian Butcher
02.2021 - 12.2023
Server
Gordon Biersch Brewery
05.2018 - 02.2020
Server
Benihana
04.2017 - 10.2017
Service Assistant
Longhorn Steakhouse
12.2014 - 04.2017
- Bartender License
- Food Handler Certificate
Associate of Fine Arts -
Chandler-Gilbert Community College
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