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Courtney Backens

Omaha,NE

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills, honed at Olive Garden Restaurant. Proven ability to engage guests and ensure order accuracy while managing multiple tasks. Experienced in food safety and cleanliness standards, delivering memorable dining experiences through effective teamwork and communication.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/ Bartender

Olive Garden Restaurant
2024.07 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • 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.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.

Lead Room Service Ambassador

Methodist Hospital
2023.09 - 2025.04

• Managed a team of ambassadors (food tray delivery team)

• Assisted in food preparation, ensured trays met dietary restrictions, and maintained food safety standards.

  • Ensured prompt resolution of guest issues, maintaining strong communication with front desk staff and management.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Sunday School Teacher Volunteer

Millard Community Church
2021.01 - 2023.12

Planned lessons and activities based on a story. I would teach a class of up to 24 students ages 4-9 year olds. Reading a story followed by a craft or game corresponding to the story.

  • Incorporated hands-on activities into lessons to reinforce core concepts while promoting active learning among students.

Private Nanny

Hienz Family, Burgos Family, Lamers Family, and Doner Family
2017.01 - 2023.12

Managed childcare responsibilities and prepared meals.

  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.

House Cleaner/church Cleaner

Self Employed Services
2015.07 - 2023.04

Dedicated years to cleaning various houses.

Volunteer for church cleaner

  • Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through proper use of cleaning products and equipment.

Education

GED -

Homeschooled

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Guest engagement
  • Professional appearance
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Memory retention
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Safe food handling
  • Sales expertise
  • Sales techniques
  • Order accuracy

Timeline

Server/ Bartender

Olive Garden Restaurant
2024.07 - Current

Lead Room Service Ambassador

Methodist Hospital
2023.09 - 2025.04

Sunday School Teacher Volunteer

Millard Community Church
2021.01 - 2023.12

Private Nanny

Hienz Family, Burgos Family, Lamers Family, and Doner Family
2017.01 - 2023.12

House Cleaner/church Cleaner

Self Employed Services
2015.07 - 2023.04

GED -

Homeschooled
Courtney Backens