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Charissa Johnson

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Energetic Hostess with exceptional experience-enhancing customer experiences in foodservice setting. Courteous and friendly when directing customers to tables, giving directions and taking reservations. Constantly finding new ways to exceed customers' expectations with personalized service. Customer-focused candidate eager to put excellent communication and interpersonal skills into practice. Handles reservations, seating arrangements and payments. Trainable and committed to creating warm and inviting atmosphere.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess

Skyport Hospitality
05.2022 - Current
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
  • Minimized customer service complaints by expertly managing customer expectations during busy periods.

Server

Rodizio Grill
05.2020 - 04.2022
  • 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.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.

Server

Timberline Steaks And Grill
07.2018 - 04.2020
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Colby Community College
Colby, KS
05.2018

Associate of Science - Business

Colby Community College
Colby, KS
05.2018

Skills

  • Table Bussing
  • Dining Room Monitoring
  • Guest Flow
  • Warm and Friendly
  • Dining Customer Service

Timeline

Hostess

Skyport Hospitality
05.2022 - Current

Server

Rodizio Grill
05.2020 - 04.2022

Server

Timberline Steaks And Grill
07.2018 - 04.2020

Associate of Arts -

Colby Community College

Associate of Science - Business

Colby Community College
Charissa Johnson