Daria Kononenko
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Hospitality and customer experience professional with semi-fine dining and high-volume service experience. Known for reliability, strong work ethic, and creating positive guest experiences. I bring polished communication, multitasking ability, and attention to detail developed across both restaurant and corporate environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
CRU Cellars
Tampa, FL
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Delivered polished, attentive service in semi-fine dining setting
- Managed multiple tables while maintaining strong guest rapport
- Upsold wine, cocktails, and featured items to increase check averages
- Promoted from Hostess to Server for reliability and professionalism
- Managed reservations and seating flow during peak hours
- Prepared espresso-based drinks and coffee service
Server
Dio Modern Mediterranean
Tampa, FL
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided full-service dining in fast-paced environment
- Assisted with coffee and beverage preparation
- Guided guests through menu selections and dietary accommodations
- Processed POS transactions and handled cash accurately
Client Success Manager
ID Plans (SaaS)
11.2023 - 12.2025
- Managed 50+ client accounts with consistent follow-through
- Strengthened multitasking, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Maintained high service standards and client satisfaction
Account Manager
PatientPoint
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Built and maintained strong client relationships
- Handled high-volume communication and issue resolution
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Karazin National University
Kharkiv, UkraineAssociate of Arts -
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NYSkills
- Guest Experience
- Upselling
- POS Systems
- Cash Handling
- High-Volume Multitasking
- Team Collaboration
- Reservation Coordination
- Strong Communication
- Reliability
COMMUNITY & INTERESTS
- Yoga and wellness
- Supporting local St. Petersburg businesses
- Cooking traditional Ukrainian cuisine
Timeline
Client Success Manager
ID Plans (SaaS)
11.2023 - 12.2025
Account Manager
PatientPoint
02.2022 - 11.2023
Server
CRU Cellars
01.2022 - 11.2023
Server
Dio Modern Mediterranean
07.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts -
Karazin National University
Associate of Arts -
Onondaga Community College