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Chris Agostinelli

Fishkill,NY

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at Olive Garden, excelling in guest relations and dining room management. Proven ability to optimize workflows and support team collaboration, ensuring a seamless dining experience. Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in POS software contribute to a welcoming atmosphere and efficient service.


Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Host

Olive Garden
03.2023 - 08.2025
  • Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.

Volunteer

Food Pantry
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Bagged groceries for customers of the pantry
  • Stocked shelves, refrigerators, and freezers
  • Helped organize and complete paperwork

Intern

Boys & Girls Club
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Helped research inventive and interesting educational science experiments for elementary school aged kids
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Interacted with young children (mostly 4-6) and helped them with schoolwork, took part in playtime, and observed general behavior to further my knowledge in my major
  • Helped keep the building itself clean and organized alongside other interns and counselors during events

Education

Sociology

SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
05-2028

Human Services

Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY
05-2025

John Jay Senior High School
Hopewell Junction, Ny
06-2023

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Telephone reception
  • Dining room management
  • POS software
  • Server support
  • Workflow optimization
  • Front of house organization
  • Guest relations
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Customer service
  • Seating arrangements
  • Hospitality and accommodation

Interests

  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
  • Youth Development Programs
  • Music
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • I like looking at the stars and learning about constellations
  • Volunteer Travel
  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Video Gaming
  • Food Tourism
  • Animal Care
  • Participate in Baseball and basketball as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
  • Participate in local theater productions, enhancing my public speaking and teamwork skills
  • Playing Sports
  • Train Travel
  • Road Trips

Timeline

Volunteer

Food Pantry
01.2025 - 04.2025

Intern

Boys & Girls Club
09.2024 - 12.2024

Host

Olive Garden
03.2023 - 08.2025

Sociology

SUNY New Paltz

Human Services

Dutchess Community College

John Jay Senior High School

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