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Caroline McNeely

Summary

Enthusiastic and reliable professional who takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Publico Kitchen And Tap
09.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation Aide

Midlands Orthopedics and Neurosurgery
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provide physical therapists, occupational therapists, and physical therapy assistants with non-medical support
  • Escort patients from the waiting room to the clinic
  • Prepare treatment equipment and treatment areas
  • Demonstrate to patients the proper use of equipment and exercise routines
  • Help treat patients by applying heat packs and paraffin dips, assisting patients into whirlpool, helping patients onto exercise equipment, and performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques
  • Maintain safe and clean working and treatment environment
  • Maintains supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing, and expediting orders for supplies, and verifying receipt of supplies
  • Carry out receptionist duties as needed including welcoming patients into the waiting room and check in area, checking patients in/out, scheduling appointments, communicating with patients on the phone, making patient charts, and pulling charts for the next day.

Server

Longhorn Steakhouse
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Present menus, answer questions about menu items, and make recommendations
  • Take accurate food and beverage orders from customers
  • Enter orders into the computer system and ensure they are transmitted to the kitchen accurately
  • Serve food and drinks to customers in a timely and efficient manner
  • Check back with customers to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns
  • Prepare and deliver accurate bills and process payments
  • Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure orders are prepared correctly
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including dining tables and server stations
  • Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe dining experience
  • Upsell menu items and promote special promotions to increase sales
  • Work as part of a team to ensure smooth restaurant operations
  • Communicate effectively with both customers and coworkers
  • Handle customer complaints and resolve issues professionally
  • Perform side work duties such as rolling silverware, restocking supplies, and cleaning duties.

Swim Instructor

Palmetto Athletic Center
05.2021 - 08.2021

May 2019- August 2019, May 2021- August 2021

  • Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.
  • Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
  • Enhanced student swimming abilities through the development and implementation of personalized lesson plans.
  • Mentored new swim instructors in department policies and best practices for effective teaching strategies within our program framework.
  • Addressed behavioral issues promptly using a fair and consistent approach, fostering a respectful learning environment for all participants.
  • Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.

Hostess

Alodia's Cucina Italiana
12.2019 - 08.2020
  • Maintained an even and orderly flow of guests from the reception area into the dining room or lounge, and informed customers of estimated wait times
  • Memorized menu offerings to provide guests with information and specifics regarding daily specials or featured promotions
  • Answered incoming calls and provided information regarding hours of operation, location, and menu items
  • Answered the phone to take delivery or pickup orders from callers
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
  • Maintained neat and well-groomed appearance and observed all uniform requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Public Health - Health Sciences

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
12.2024

High School Diploma -

River Bluff High School
Lexington, SC
06.2020

Skills

  • Hospitality
  • Clinical Team Collaboration
  • Guest Engagement
  • Food safety understanding
  • Conflict and Complaint Resolution
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Service prioritization
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Safety Rules Enforcement
  • POS Software

References

  • Will Capell, M.D, Manager, Publico Kitchen and Tap, Columbia, SC, (803) 445-7789
  • Tim O’Neal, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Midlands Orthopedics & Neurosurgery, Irmo, SC, (843) 991-5050
  • Brooke Green, Physical Therapy Assistant, Midlands Orthopedics & Neurosurgery, Lexington, SC, (803) 457-0095
  • Farrah Schildknecht, Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Prisma Health, Lexington SC, (803) 429-4534


Timeline

Server

Publico Kitchen And Tap
09.2023 - Current

Orthopedic Rehabilitation Aide

Midlands Orthopedics and Neurosurgery
06.2022 - 08.2023

Server

Longhorn Steakhouse
06.2022 - 08.2022

Swim Instructor

Palmetto Athletic Center
05.2021 - 08.2021

Hostess

Alodia's Cucina Italiana
12.2019 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science, Public Health - Health Sciences

University of South Carolina

High School Diploma -

River Bluff High School
Caroline McNeely