Deja Adamson
Catering By Design
Englewood,CO
11
years of professional experience
Experienced food service professional with strong customer service, clear communication, and teamwork skills. Known for accurate orders, fast-paced service, and consistent guest satisfaction across banquet and restaurant settings.
Work History
Banquet Server
4 Years 1 Month- Set up banquet rooms with tables, linens, china, glassware, and silverware following event specifications.
- Served plated meals and beverages with attentive guest service during weddings, corporate functions, and private events for 45-6,000 guests.
- Coordinated with catering staff to ensure timely food delivery, smooth service flow, and clean presentation.
- Refilled beverages, cleared courses, and maintained dining areas throughout events with consistent professionalism.
- Communicated special dietary requests and service needs with kitchen staff to support accurate guest satisfaction.
Server
1 Year 4 Months- Managed high-volume dine-in sections while maintaining service quality and workflow consistency.
- Delivered attentive tableside service, anticipating guest needs and resolving concerns promptly.
- Coordinated accurate order entry through POS systems, ensuring timely kitchen communication.
- Trained new servers on menu knowledge, service standards, and shift procedures.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Hostess/Server
2 Years 6 Months- Delivered attentive table service, accurately recorded orders, and resolved guest concerns with professionalism.
- Greeted guests promptly, managed waitlists, and coordinated seating to maintain smooth front-of-house flow.
- Monitored dining room activity, balanced section assignments, and supported staff during peak service periods.
- Trained new hosts and servers on seating procedures, menu knowledge, and service standards.
OTC Dept Manager
4 Years 2 Months- Directed department operations to maintain stock levels, pricing accuracy, and merchandising standards.
- Monitored sales trends and adjusted floor execution to support inventory availability.
- Trained associates on scheduling, customer service, and daily workload priorities.
- Resolved customer concerns while maintaining service standards and store policies.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Food service
Order accuracy
Point of sale management
Efficient serving
Service optimization
Food safety practices
Time management
Team collaboration
Customer service
Relationship building
Adaptive problem solving
Effective communication
Timeline
Server
Via 313 Pizza
06.2025 - 10.2026Read More
Banquet Server
Catering By Design
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
Hostess/Server
Gattera
03.2020 - 09.2022Read More
OTC Dept Manager
Walmart
01.2016 - 03.2020Read More
Smoky Hill High School
High School Diploma
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