Christine Bennett
Sushi Creek
San Tan Valley,AZ
2027
years of professional experience
Dynamic professional with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills, honed at Sushi Creek. Proven ability to enhance guest engagement and streamline operations, resulting in improved team collaboration and performance. Expertise in cash handling and inventory management, consistently delivering high-quality service in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Server
16 Years 7 Months- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Assisted in menu knowledge and food presentation for enhanced guest experience.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and order accuracy.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to meet health standards.
- Trained new servers on restaurant policies and best practices for guest interactions.
- Contributed to team efforts by supporting colleagues during busy shifts and events.
- Processed customer payments efficiently using point-of-sale system.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations, ensuring smooth service flow during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
Office Manager
- Coordinated office activities to enhance workflow and improve team collaboration.
- Managed scheduling, ensuring optimal resource allocation for meetings and projects.
- Oversaw inventory management, maintaining accurate records of supplies and equipment.
- Implemented office procedures to streamline operations and increase efficiency.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
Education
Certificate of Completion in General Business - Business
Skills
Strong work ethic
Exceptional customer service
Cash handling
Guest engagement
Professional appearance
Hospitality service expertise
Memory retention
Customer service
High volume dining
Team collaboration
Sales expertise
Performance improvement
Relationship management
Inventory management
Timeline
Server
Sushi Creek
01.2010 - CurrentRead More
Office Manager
Benson Systems
2005 - 2010Read More
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Certificate of Completion in General Business from Business
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