Dominique Bennett
Indianapolis,United States
Summary
Hardworking professional offers hospitality experience and enthusiasm for helping others. Experienced with a strong focus on enhancing guest experiences through effective communication and organizational skills. Managed reservations and dining activities, leading to a smoother service flow. Skilled in training and developing staff to uphold high service standards. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments to handle demanding workload.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Hostess and Supervisor
Huse Culinarily
Indianapolis, IN
10.2022 - Current
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supported front of house staff and back of house staff with their duties.
- Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep a constant and efficient dining flow.
- Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
- Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
First Year Experience Mentor
Bethel University
Mishawaka, IN
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported youth in homework, sports, fitness, art, and literacy, enhancing their academic and personal development.
- Guided students in developing organizational, time management, and study skills, leading to improved academic performance.
- Modeled strong values and ethical standards for mentees.
- Coordinated social events that strengthened community bonds among first-year students, promoting engagement and support.
- Assisted youth with homework assignments, sports, and fitness, art and literacy.
Education
Elementary Education -
Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, United StatesAmerican Sign Language Interpreter -
Bethel University
Mishawaka, IN, United StatesHigh School Diploma -
Covenant Christian High School
DeMotte, United StatesSkills
- Multi-tasking
- Problem Solving
- Customer Service
- Cash handling
- Communication Skills
- Organizational Skills
Interests
Sign Language, Photography, Outdoor Recreation
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess and Supervisor
Huse Culinarily
10.2022 - Current
First Year Experience Mentor
Bethel University
08.2021 - 12.2021
Elementary Education -
Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
American Sign Language Interpreter -
Bethel University
High School Diploma -
Covenant Christian High School