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Chaysten Deaton

5525 E Thomas Rd Unit A8,AZ

Summary

Cultivated positive customer experiences through attentive service and effective communication, ensuring accurate order fulfillment and promoting repeat patronage.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Marinos Itialian Kitchen
Phoenix, AZ
01.2026 - Current

Bartender

Post Ranch Inn
Big Sur, CA
01.2022 - 05.2024
  • Crafted innovative cocktails using seasonal ingredients to enhance guest experience.
  • Developed and maintained extensive knowledge of wine and spirits to provide tailored recommendations.
  • Trained new bartenders on service standards and efficient drink preparation techniques.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes to minimize waste and optimize stock levels.

Server

Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill
Monterey, CA
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Handled sections of about 40 customers and always made sure to run and bus my own tables to be as self sufficient as possible.
  • Increased beverage sales with food and drink pairing suggestions to suit unique customer preferences.
  • Ability to train others in POS.
  • Came in early every day.
  • Strong organizational skills and a drive to always be improving myself and my surroundings.
  • Learned how to craft beer and passed a "Beer Test" the Owner crafted, in order to secure serving position at the time.

Server

La Creme
Pacific Grove, CA
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Took on the role of food expeditor while serving to make things run smoothly for the rest of the servers.
  • Made it work with very limited help and still gave excellent customer service.
  • Went up and down stairs with up to 3 plates in one arm due to high demand and immense workload.
  • Ability to keep calm in situations that seemed impossible.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins, and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Great team player, always doing things for every coworker if I see something I can help with.

Prepared Foods Team Member

Whole Foods Market Inc
Monterey, Marina, CA
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Observed key food safety procedures by checking proper storage and appropriate temperatures for cold and frozen items.
  • Worked about 55 hour weeks from Thanksgiving to January due to slim staffing and high work demand.
  • Delivered exceptional service to meet customers' prepared foods needs.
  • Replenished and organized department supplies throughout each shift.
  • Filled hot case and rotated stock for maximum sales and consumer safety.
  • Cross-merchandised products with other departments to boost overall sales.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils, and work stations.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Marina High School
Marina, CA
06.2015

Skills

  • Dining Customer Service
  • Order Accuracy and Delivery
  • Communication forward
  • Menu Memorization and Presentation
  • Food Safety advocate
  • High Energy and Stamina
  • Customer Service and Rapport
  • Special Dietary Requirements
  • Wine Pairings
  • High-Volume Dining
  • Point of Sale (POS) System Operations
  • Effective Customer Upselling

Timeline

Bartender

Marinos Itialian Kitchen
01.2026 - Current

Bartender

Post Ranch Inn
01.2022 - 05.2024

Prepared Foods Team Member

Whole Foods Market Inc
01.2021 - 01.2022

Server

La Creme
01.2017 - 01.2018

Server

Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill
01.2016 - 01.2020

High School Diploma - undefined

Marina High School
Chaysten Deaton