Connor Gray
Seattle
Summary
Hardworking team player effective at multitasking to satisfy customers and achieve work targets in fast-paced restaurant and bar settings. Knowledgeable about processing payments, using Point-of-sale systems and serving alcohol in a responsible way.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Barback
Carmines
08.2025 - Current
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Learned how to make wide variety of mixed drinks.
- Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
- Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
Host
Japonessa, Seattle
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Successfully maintained the schedule and seating of over 400 guests on Saturday nights in a downtown location.
- Organized special events with parties of 12+ guests.
- Communicated with management and serving staff to provide an exceptional dining experience for everyone.
Server
Sammamish Cafe, Sammamish
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided excellent service in a high pace environment, serving 6 - 10 tables at a time with parties as large as 20 guests on Friday nights and Weekend mornings.
- Answered customer questions regarding the menu.
- Able to carry up to 6 entrees with no tray.
Expo
Southfork, Pullman
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Communicated between the serving staff and kitchen to ensure all orders were brought to their tables in a timely fashion.
- Followed food safety protocols.
- Multitasked between delivering fresh meals to our diners and packaging all Togo orders.
Education
Apparel Design
Washington State University
Pullman05.2021
Skills
- Service prioritization
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- Food safety practices
- Point of sale (POS) system operations
- Wine service
Timeline
Barback
Carmines
08.2025 - Current
Host
Japonessa, Seattle
01.2024 - 08.2025
Server
Sammamish Cafe, Sammamish
04.2023 - 01.2024
Expo
Southfork, Pullman
03.2019 - 06.2021
Apparel Design
Washington State University