Christine Tavakoly

Work History

Raffy's

Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
Maintained cleanliness and organization in dining area, contributing to welcoming atmosphere.
Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure order accuracy and timely preparation of dishes.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.

Rick's Cafe

Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Milano's

Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Developed a strong rapport with patrons, resulting in repeat business and increased loyalty.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Managed inventory efficiently, reducing waste and crafting high-quality cocktails and maintaining optimal stock levels for peak periods.
Managed bar at special events, leading team in providing coordinated service for weddings, business meetings and social gatherings.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Streamlined order-taking process to minimize wait times for diners.
Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.