David Meye
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
Energetic Server with a demonstrated history of working in the restaurant and hospitality industry with an engaging personality and flexible approach. Skilled in Private Events Catering, Event Planning, Customer Service, and Storytelling. Strong professional working toward a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) focused in Christian Behavioral Science from California Baptist University.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Unknwn Agency
Costa Mesa, CA
03.2020 - Current
- Increased customer engagement through social media.
- Maintained company's social media presence by posting messages, answering posts and monitoring responses.
- Developed social media calendar, which included scheduling email blasts, social media posts, marketing campaigns and website updates.
Server & Trainer
North Italia
Irvine, CA
12.2018 - 03.2020
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Banquet Server
The Hobbit Restaurant
Orange, CA
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Worked alongside Sommelier to coordinate wine pairings for upwards of 60 guests.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Maintained event cleanliness during service by promptly clearing dishes after each course.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
Server, Trainer, & Hourly Manager
True Food Kitchen
Newport Beach, CA, CA
07.2010 - 09.2017
- Authored, updated and implemented training procedures.
- Prepared educational materials such as training modules, tests and informational packets.
- Created monitoring strategies to verify implementation of practices introduced in training.
- Created and Managed True Food Kitchens first instagram account.
Corporate Trainer
Fox Restaurant Concepts
Scottsdale, AZ
10.2012 - 07.2016
- Traveled Nationally to open various True Food Kitchen locations working alongside local management as well as Big Kitchen staff.
- Menu Development and Staff Training at XV Coffee Bar alongside Mat Snapp.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Behavioral Science
California Baptist University
Riverside, CASkills
- Customer Service
- Allergy Awareness
- Organizational Skills
- POS
- Wine Knowledge
- Food Handler Certificate
- Food and beverage pairings
- Guest relations management
- Training and Development
Timeline
Owner
Unknwn Agency
03.2020 - Current
Server & Trainer
North Italia
12.2018 - 03.2020
Banquet Server
The Hobbit Restaurant
08.2017 - 12.2018
Corporate Trainer
Fox Restaurant Concepts
10.2012 - 07.2016
Server, Trainer, & Hourly Manager
True Food Kitchen
07.2010 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Behavioral Science
California Baptist University
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