Donovan Lawrence
South Portland,ME
Summary
Dependable Server/Table Busser/Food Runner successfully providing fast, high-quality customer service to guests in restaurant settings. Adaptable professional with expertise in personnel development, team collaboration and resolving issues with customers, waitstaff and management.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Merchandiser
Black Point Surf Shop
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Organized and maintained displays to achieve clean and appealing product layouts.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and strategically organized merchandise displays.
Server/Table Busser/Food Runner
Shade Restaurant
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Busser/Food Runner
Gritty McDuff's Restaurant
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
Dishwasher/Busser
Shade Restaurant
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
Education
No Degree - Junior Year
South Portland High School
South Portland, ME05.2025
Skills
- Customer Service
- Merchandising and Display
- Strong Work Ethic
- Food Running
Timeline
Retail Merchandiser
Black Point Surf Shop
11.2023 - 02.2024
Server/Table Busser/Food Runner
Shade Restaurant
05.2023 - 10.2023
Busser/Food Runner
Gritty McDuff's Restaurant
10.2022 - 04.2023
Dishwasher/Busser
Shade Restaurant
05.2022 - 10.2022
No Degree - Junior Year
South Portland High School
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