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Server

Danielle Fletcher

Server
Hudson,FL

Summary

Professional hospitality worker with extensive experience in delivering high-quality service in busy dining settings. Known for strong focus on teamwork and achieving customer satisfaction. Versatile and reliable, adapting to changing needs and ensuring smooth operations through excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Sioux City Steakhouse
01.2022 - 12.2024
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, perform end-of-day reports and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, fill ice and spot clean.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Supported colleagues during busy shifts, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels and excellent guest experiences.

Server

Red Lobster
10.2022 - 06.2024
  • 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, perform end-of-day reports 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.
  • Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, fill ice and clean.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.

Head Server

Olive Garden
10.2018 - 03.2022

Head Server:

  • Trained new servers to uphold company standards in customer service, POS system, food handling, and overall professionalism.
  • Modeled strategies to wait staff for delivering exceptional and friendly service to every guest, every time.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and welcoming environment through regular monitoring of dining areas and server stations.
  • Improved team morale and efficiency, leading by example and offering support during peak hours.
  • Increased restaurant revenue by upselling menu items and promoting daily specials.
  • Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve guest complaints by addressing issues promptly and professionally to foster a positive dining experience.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with poise, ensuring a positive experience for both staff and customers.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problem.
  • Enhanced customer experience by accurately taking and processing orders in fast-paced environment.
  • Developed method for handling peak hours more effectively, ensuring smoother workflow and happier customers.
  • Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders.
  • Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
  • Leveraged hand-held trays to serve food and beverage items to guests.

To-Go Specialist:

  • Utilized strong organizational skills in arranging completed orders neatly while minimizing space consumption within the pick-up area.
  • Answered to-go order phone calls, conveying menu options over telephone and accurately estimating time of delivery.
  • Kept take-out area well-stocked to facilitate speedy service.
  • Keep register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
  • Trained new team members on proper procedures for managing to-go orders, promoting consistency in service quality.
  • Prepared restaurant delivery side station by assembling and arranging plastic takeout bags, boxes, condiments and utensils.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting pickup area, contributing to a positive customer experience.
  • Arranged items in containers and bags, taking care to segregate items by temperature and optimize loading order to maximize stability of to-go containers and protect food during transportation.
  • Increased appetizers, entree and dessert orders by suggestively selling daily specials or popular items.

Bartender:

  • Maintained extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes and preparation techniques, ensuring high-quality beverage menu.
  • Increased repeat business by consistently providing friendly and attentive service.
  • Handled payment transactions accurately, maintaining accountability for daily sales receipts.
  • Engaged with guests making food and beverage decisions, advising on menu item availability, specials and popular meal combinations and drink pairings.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Enhanced customer experience with engaging conversations and personalized drink recommendations.
  • Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.

Assistant Manager

Kaydance's Korner
02.2013 - 05.2018
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Coordinated with vendors for timely inventory replenishment, ensuring product availability.
  • Open and closed location and monitored shift changes.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Certified Phlebotomy Team Lead

Superior Laboratory Services
12.2004 - 02.2017
  • Mentored junior phlebotomists, fostering a supportive learning environment and promoting professional growth.
  • Performed venipuncture, capillary puncture, and other blood collection methods for both adult and pediatric patients according to established protocols while prioritizing patient safety.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing efficient and professional phlebotomy services.
  • Reduced patient anxiety through clear communication and compassionate care during blood collection procedures.
  • Boosted morale among team members through recognition programs that highlighted exceptional performance.
  • Managed scheduling and staffing of the phlebotomy team, ensuring coverage during peak hours.
  • Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements pertaining to phlebotomy procedures, documentation, and record-keeping practices.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.

Education

PCT Certification - Phlebotomy

Pasco-Hernando Community College
Port Richey, FL
12-2004

High School Diploma -

J W Mitchell
New Port Richey
05-2004

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Positive and professional
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Problem-solving
  • Team leadership
  • Excellent communication
  • Time management
  • Interpersonal skills

Work Availability

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Quote

"To get something you never had, you have to do something you never did"
Jose' N Harris

Timeline

Server

Red Lobster
10.2022 - 06.2024

Server

Sioux City Steakhouse
01.2022 - 12.2024

Head Server

Olive Garden
10.2018 - 03.2022

Assistant Manager

Kaydance's Korner
02.2013 - 05.2018

Certified Phlebotomy Team Lead

Superior Laboratory Services
12.2004 - 02.2017

PCT Certification - Phlebotomy

Pasco-Hernando Community College

High School Diploma -

J W Mitchell