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Destiny Rakestrau

Meridianville,AL

Summary

Energetic and reliable individual with positive attitude and excellent teamwork skills. Possesses strong understanding of maintaining cleanliness and organization in fast-paced environments, ensuring tables are promptly cleared and reset. Committed to providing exceptional support to team, enhancing overall dining experiences for guests.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Busser

Walk-Ons Sports Bistreaux
- Current
  • I buss tables, which is just getting the plates off and giving them to the dishwasher

Host

Twin Peaks Restaurants
01.2025 - Current
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
  • Assisted servers with food delivery during peak hours to ensure timely service for all guests.
  • Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
  • Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
  • Backed up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.

Ross Sales Associate

Ross Dress For Less
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • I was in a seasonal job position and I did cashier and money handling
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

TJ Maxx Sales Associate

TJ Maxx
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Cashier and stocking a little and I did go backs at the end of the night
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.

Education

High school diploma - undefined

Hazel Green High School
Hazel Green, AL
05.2023

Skills

  • Restaurant Experience
  • Food Service
  • Cash handling
  • Stocking
  • Basic math
  • Guest services
  • Making drinks
  • Communication skills
  • Cash register
  • Restaurant experience
  • Cooking
  • Serving
  • Customer service
  • Cleaning Experience
  • Computer skills
  • English

Timeline

Host

Twin Peaks Restaurants
01.2025 - Current

Ross Sales Associate

Ross Dress For Less
10.2023 - 12.2023

TJ Maxx Sales Associate

TJ Maxx
05.2022 - 12.2022

Busser

Walk-Ons Sports Bistreaux
- Current

High school diploma - undefined

Hazel Green High School