Delano Lathon Jr
Toledo,Ohio
Summary
I spend a summer volunteering at the mission center near me. I would serve and food prep to the residents there. I also was a camp counselor for a sixth grade camp.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Bartender
Tekela’s
Toledo, OH
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
- Supervised set up of banquet food stations and coordinated service to multiple dining areas.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Overnight Stocker
Meijer’s
Toledo, OH
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
Sales Associate
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Toledo, OH
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Server
Texas Roadhouse
Toledo, OH
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
CNA
Hampton Manor
Temperance, MI
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided direct patient care, including bathing, grooming, and feeding to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted with mobility exercises, promoting independence and physical rehabilitation among patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
Server
Scramblers
Toledo, OH
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roy C. Start High School
Toledo, OHAssociate of Arts - Music Theatre
AMDA
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Strong work ethic
- Team collaboration
- Guest engagement
- Positive and professional
- Cash handling
Great with small talk
- Effective customer upselling
- Professional appearance
- Exceptional customer service
- Memory retention
- Menu memorization
- Service prioritization
- Sales techniques
Timeline
Server/Bartender
Tekela’s
01.2024 - Current
Overnight Stocker
Meijer’s
10.2023 - 01.2024
Sales Associate
Dick’s Sporting Goods
06.2023 - 09.2023
Server
Texas Roadhouse
09.2022 - 05.2023
CNA
Hampton Manor
09.2021 - 08.2022
Server
Scramblers
05.2018 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Roy C. Start High School
Associate of Arts - Music Theatre
AMDA