Christopher Read
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Competent Server Trainer offering 35 years of food service experience in Upscale restaurants. Quick learner with good multitasking skills and exceptional work ethic. Delivers training on discussing menu items in detail, providing targeted suggestions and finishing dishes for new employee development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server Trainer
Darden Restaurants Inc-Seasons 52
01.2003 - 08.2017
- Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of food and beverage service standards and led by example to instill in new servers.
Front Server
Darden Restaurants Inc-Capital Grille
09.2013 - 07.2014
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Front Server
Emeril's Orlando
06.2001 - 12.2002
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Server
Walt Disney World Resort-California Grill
08.1998 - 04.2001
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality
Paul Smiths College
Paul Smiths, NY11.1982
Skills
- Wine Pairings
- Menu Memorization
- Order Accuracy
Certification
- Entry Level Sommelier - 2003
Timeline
Front Server
Darden Restaurants Inc-Capital Grille
09.2013 - 07.2014
Server Trainer
Darden Restaurants Inc-Seasons 52
01.2003 - 08.2017
Front Server
Emeril's Orlando
06.2001 - 12.2002
Server
Walt Disney World Resort-California Grill
08.1998 - 04.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality
Paul Smiths College
- Entry Level Sommelier - 2003
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