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Cynthia Kendrick

Cynthia Kendrick

Hostess / Server / Banquet Server/ Retail Store
Lakeland,Fl

Summary

Organized Foodserver experienced in Twenty years restaurant environments. Always looking for ways to contribute to customer needs, business operations or team support. Successful at keeping tables turning over in efficient manner to maximize sales opportunities.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Server

Hallbacks Bar and Grill
12.2016 - 02.2019
Responsible for taking care of guest.Taking food and drink orders.Completing reservations,worked banquet parties fou up to 150 guest.Worked VIP parties.Open/ Closer making sure the restaurant was cleaned and stocked for the next shift.Light Bartending.

Jewelry Associate

Wal-mart Stores Inc.
11.2014 - 01.2016
  • Answered all customer inquiries and addressed all needs in a timely and professional manner.  

Slot Attendant

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
11.2012 - 07.2014
  • Connected with guests on a personal level to build loyalty.
  • Repaired problems and maintained machines in good working order.
  • Dispensed machine payouts and provided change for players.

Food Service Worker

Cowboys Steakhouse and Saloon
01.2012 - 07.2012
  • Seated guests by pulling out chairs, placing clean and current menus in front of guests and recording accurate drink orders.

Sales clerk

Southside Package and Lounge
06.2007 - 01.2012

Responsible   receiving inventory    stocking inventory   warehouse organized      

  • Kept front check out area clean and organized.
  • Placed new merchandise on shelves and racks.
  • Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures, including counting the contents of the cash register.

Food Server

Red Barn Steakhouse
04.1995 - 06.2006
Responsible for taking care of guest.Taking food and drink orders.Completing reservations,worked banquet parties fou up to 150 guest.Worked VIP parties.Open/ Closer making sure the restaurant was cleaned and stocked for the next shift.Light Bartending.

Hostess

Lakeland Country Club
05.2020 - Current

Taking Reservations, Seating Guest and Attending to their Special Requests.Cleaning and Stocking All Restrooms and Locker Rooms.Towel Service for Guest. Unloading Stock into the Stock Area and replacing all Stock Needed in Restrooms and Locker Rooms as Needed.Closing Hostess Locking Doors and Gates For Security For The , Property.

  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
  • Accommodated special seating requests for guests to enhance satisfaction.
  • Relayed guest comments or suggestions to manager on duty for further action.
  • Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
  • Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
  • Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
  • Rearranged tables and chairs for large parties and retrieved high chairs for children.
  • Backed up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.
  • Promoted business loyalty by fostering positive customer relationships.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.

Education

High School -

South Stanly High School
Norwood, NC
1980

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Customer-focused
  • Outgoing and energtic
  • Prioritizing
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Strong work ethic
  • Efficient precision
  • Cash handling expert
  • Accurate money handling

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote

Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.
Steve Jobs

Timeline

Hostess

Lakeland Country Club
05.2020 - Current

Food Server

Hallbacks Bar and Grill
12.2016 - 02.2019

Jewelry Associate

Wal-mart Stores Inc.
11.2014 - 01.2016

Slot Attendant

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
11.2012 - 07.2014

Food Service Worker

Cowboys Steakhouse and Saloon
01.2012 - 07.2012

Sales clerk

Southside Package and Lounge
06.2007 - 01.2012

Food Server

Red Barn Steakhouse
04.1995 - 06.2006

High School -

South Stanly High School
Cynthia KendrickHostess / Server / Banquet Server/ Retail Store