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DARBEY C. DURNING
Raleigh,NC
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Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Stock Associate
Hollister.Co
Raleigh, NC
11.2025 - Current
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring accurate stock replenishment and organization.
- Assisted in receiving shipments and processing merchandise for sales floor display.
- Collaborated with team to maintain store presentation standards and visual merchandising.
Wine Cellar server/Server
Angus Barn
Raleigh, NC
01.2022 - 09.2025
- Working under pressure in a high volume restaurant using critical thinking skills, making last minute decisions, assisting co-workers, and being on my feet for 6+ hours a day.
- Applying team meeting skills to my daily tasks.
- 30+ classes taken in hospitality, service, team building, and studying resources outside of employment to give the guests the best experience.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, optimizing order flow and enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Resolved guest complaints promptly, maintaining a high level of customer loyalty and retention.
Bartender/Clerk
J.Lights Market and Cafe
Durham
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Handling money and competitive sales to increase funding for company development.
- Maintaining a clean work environment.
- Impeccable customer service skills applied.
- Crafted innovative cocktail recipes to enhance customer experience and drive repeat business.
- Trained new staff on beverage preparation standards and service protocols to ensure consistency.
- Managed inventory levels, including ordering supplies and minimizing waste through efficient usage.
Front Desk Assistant/Surgical Tech Intern
Lake Pine Oral Surgery
Cary
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Responsible for perfect sterilization of instruments and timing sterilization while cleaning operating rooms.
- Handled payment and bill processing, change giving and payment collecting for guests.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organizing files, copying invoices, and handling transactions of each patient.
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment confirmations to optimize clinic workflow.
Server/Manager
Legends Restaurant
Norman, Oklahoma
01.2017 - 01.2019
- First serving job which helped me learn how to multitask and work well under pressure.
- Working in a small environment with a high volume clientele.
- Working in a family owned business.
- Trained and mentored staff, enhancing team performance and service efficiency.
- Coordinated staff schedules, balancing labor costs with operational needs effectively.
- Led team of servers to consistently meet customer service and sales targets.
Clerk/Stocking
Museum of Osteology
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Responsible with the keys of an educational museum.
- Implemented inventory tracking system improvements that reduced errors in stock management processes.
- Handling money that we make every day with spreadsheets and tracking count of cash at the end of each shift.
- Being a part of the monthly bone boxes packing and processing 100+ orders.
- Processing important transactions for hunters getting their games cleaned with professional equipment.
Education
High school Diploma -
Harvest Hills Private School
01-2016
Skills
- I am a hard worker who maintains positivity, even on challenging days
- I am great at finding a solution that fits everyone's needs, and I can think outside the box
- I am always trying to engineer new ways to make a process easier for me or my coworkers
- I am very independent and trustworthy in getting tasks done in a timely manner, and I take pride in being responsible and integral
- Strong work ethic
- Professional appearance
Accomplishments
*Being hired to work for the Angus Barn Wine Cellar without a sommelier certificate. It was required for all servers to obtain one to be able to secure a job down there and I was the exception. I am one out of only two people to ever do this in the 30+ years the cellar has been open.
*Securing a manager position at a fine dining restaurant at only 20 years old. Being responsible for running the restaurant under the expectations of the owners.
Interests
Timeline
Retail Stock Associate
Hollister.Co
11.2025 - Current
Wine Cellar server/Server
Angus Barn
01.2022 - 09.2025
Bartender/Clerk
J.Lights Market and Cafe
01.2020 - 01.2021
Front Desk Assistant/Surgical Tech Intern
Lake Pine Oral Surgery
01.2020 - 01.2020
Server/Manager
Legends Restaurant
01.2017 - 01.2019
Clerk/Stocking
Museum of Osteology
01.2016 - 01.2017
High school Diploma -
Harvest Hills Private School