Cederique Beck
Asheville,NC
Summary
Motivated with an engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and enjoys anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable experiences. I bring my abilities in order management, payment processing and upselling. Stays current on products and consistently offers targeted recommendations to meet individual customer needs. Knowledgeable about handling special dietary requirements and general food safety standards. High-energy restaurant worker skilled at welcoming guests and overseeing dining operations. Proficient in balancing server loads, kitchen staff limits, and customer desires. Calm and level-headed in all types of situations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Host, Waiter, Busser, Food Runner
Lost Province Brewing Co.
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Provided exceptional customer service by attentively listening to guest needs and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Contributed to team success through effective communication and cooperation with coworkers and management.
- Increased restaurant efficiency by maintaining an organized host stand, including menus, reservation logs, and seating charts.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
- Assisted servers with food delivery during peak hours to ensure timely service for all guests.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
Brand Awareness
Art of Living Retreat Center
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Attended and represented the Center at Yoga events throughout Charlotte, Raleigh, Atlanta, and Asheville
- Helped initiate programs, such as Sunday yoga on mountain
- Helped performed data research
- Increased brand awareness by developing and executing comprehensive media strategies.
- Developed social media strategies for increased brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Organized cross-platform promotional events, increasing brand awareness among target audiences.
Cook/ Carryout/Restaurant Waiter
Mackenzie Pizza River Co.
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Landscaper
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up
- Performed planting, watering, mulching and edging lawns
- Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning
- Had a well organized place of work
Fast food Employee — Order Taker, Waiter, Cashier
McDonald’s Restaurant
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Entered orders into the computer system quickly and in proper sequence
- Took down call-in food and beverage orders from guests, quickly and accurately relaying orders to service attendants
- Politely and persuasively suggested upgrades and related menu items such as drinks and desserts to achieve upselling objectives
- Welcomed customers and provided quick and attentive service
- Refilled drinks, cleaned up spills and handled special requests between guests and orders
- Warmly greeted and welcomed customers to the establishment before requesting food orders
Education
Hospitality Administration And Management
Asheville High School
Asheville, NC05.2025
Skills
- Self Motivated
- Adaptable
- Punctual
- Reliable
- Problem Solving
- Up-selling techniques
- Bilingual
- Friendly
- Courteous
- Attentive
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Time Management
- Adaptable to change
- Team player mentality
Timeline
Host, Waiter, Busser, Food Runner
Lost Province Brewing Co.
03.2024 - 05.2024
Brand Awareness
Art of Living Retreat Center
05.2023 - 10.2023
Cook/ Carryout/Restaurant Waiter
Mackenzie Pizza River Co.
09.2022 - 12.2022
Landscaper
07.2021 - 07.2022
Fast food Employee — Order Taker, Waiter, Cashier
McDonald’s Restaurant
08.2020 - 07.2021
Hospitality Administration And Management
Asheville High School
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