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Work History
Education
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David Simons

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Willing to learn new and advanced challenges. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Runner

Exile Brewing
Des Moines, IA
11.2022 - Current
  • Delivered food to guests in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
  • Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
  • Organized food orders and ensured accuracy of items served to customers.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas throughout shift including counter tops, floors, equipment.
  • Gained broad base knowledge in restaurant operations, both front-of-house and back-of-house.
  • Double-checked meals placed in window against customer tickets for accuracy.
  • Performed daily pre-shift side work duties such as restocking supplies, polishing silverware.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on restaurant operations and procedures.
  • Memorized dining room floor plans and understood seat number system.
  • Responded quickly to customer concerns and escalated major issues to management.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
  • Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.

Job Fair Volunteer

Campbell's Concessions
Des Moines, IA
08.2022 - 08.2024
  • Performed additional tasks as requested by supervisors or coordinators.
  • Cooperatively worked with others
  • Worked a register

Front of House Worker

Hurts Donut
West Des Moines, IA
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Explained menu items, took orders and delivered food courses according to instruction.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, ingredients, and preparation methods.
  • Memorized menu and offered discerning recommendations, remained steps ahead of patrons' needs and desires and accurately gauged level of interest in conversation and small talk.
  • Processed customer payments accurately and efficiently.
  • Stocked and maintained buffet tables to keep ample food offerings available to guests.
  • Earned consistently highest tips by displaying exceptional listening skills and attentiveness and delivering diners' unique preferences every time.
  • Operated cash registers efficiently while balancing money at the end of shifts.
  • Answered phones in a polite manner and took accurate messages or directed calls appropriately.
  • Provided menu recommendations and answered questions about menu items.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work area at all times.
  • Ensured accuracy of bills presented to customers prior to payment processing.
  • Stocked service areas with supplies such as napkins, straws, condiments.
  • Prepared beverages such as coffee, tea, smoothies, and milkshakes according to recipes or customers' requests.
  • Cleaned tables after each guest's departure from the restaurant.
  • Greeted and talked pleasantly with customers to promote positive image for business.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lincoln High School
Des Moines, IA
06-2025

Skills

  • Menu Memorization
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Delivery
  • Supply Restocking
  • Foodservice
  • Order Verification
  • Flexible Schedule
  • POS Systems
  • Cash Handling
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Anticipating Customer Needs
  • Quick Learner
  • Proficient in technology
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Effective Multitasking
  • Performance Improvement
  • Heavy Lifting

Accomplishments

  • Honor roll student.
  • Won a Latino academic award.
  • 4.0 GPA through a semester during high school.
  • 3.6 GPA at this moment in Junior year.

References

  • Charles Mann -crmann2013@gmail.com

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Front of House Worker

Hurts Donut
02.2024 - 02.2024

Food Runner

Exile Brewing
11.2022 - Current

Job Fair Volunteer

Campbell's Concessions
08.2022 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Lincoln High School

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