Christopher Suhoza
Clearwater
Summary
Dynamic food service professional with a strong work ethic and a proven track record at Water Oak Seafood and Steak Restaurant. Skilled in anticipating customer needs and maintaining service station efficiency, I excel in fine dining environments. Recognized for enhancing guest experiences through attentive service and effective teamwork. Really enjoy working with customers and my coworkers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Runner
Water Oak Seafood and Steak Restaurant and Bar Safety Harbor
11.2022 - Current
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Monitored dining room and bar areas for signs of overcrowding.
- Collaborated with other dining room and bar staff to facilitate efficient service.
- Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections.
- Trained new food runners.
- Assisted management with handling other roles when necessary, including hosting, barback,dishwashing, and making both salads and deserts.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
- Assisted customers with carry-out service.
- Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
- Arranged tables and chairs for special occasions and events.
- Engaged in suggestive selling and other sales techniques.
- Monitored dining room inventory and replenished as necessary.
- Established rapport with customers by providing friendly and attentive service.
- Provided attentive service and proactively assessed guest needs.
- Operated dishwashers and other kitchen equipment according to safety guidelines.
Busser
Carmel
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Delivered smooth and timely service to customers by offering additional silverware, extra napkins, and cleaning spills.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
- Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
- Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables.
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Refilled drinks and provided extra napkins and silverware to go extra mile in serving customers.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Addressed customer complaints and inquiries to verify satisfaction.
- Delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to issues.
- Checked dining area supplies of linens, wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock.
- Greeted customers and provided menus upon arrival to dining room.
- Collaborated with other dining room and bar staff to facilitate efficient service.
- Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
- Assisted customers with carry-out service.
Dishwasher
Barfly
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or [Type] items used often by kitchen staff.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Countryside
Clearwater, FL06-2022
Skills
- Table resetting
- Service station maintenance
- Dining room assistance
- Foodservice
- Food preparation
- Anticipating customer needs
- Food allergy awareness
- Quick learner
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Menu memorization
- Food presentation
- Table bussing
- Fine dining
- Health and safety
Timeline
Food Runner
Water Oak Seafood and Steak Restaurant and Bar Safety Harbor
11.2022 - Current
Busser
Carmel
04.2022 - 11.2022
Dishwasher
Barfly
04.2021 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Countryside