Donovon Baker
Forney,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Server Assistant
Perrys Steakhouse & Grille
Dallas, TX
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted servers with carrying food from kitchen to tables, refilling drinks, and clearing away dirty dishes.
- Set up tables and chairs for parties and large groups.
- Responded promptly to requests from servers or other staff members.
Bartender
Perrys Steakhouse & Grille
Dallas, TX
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
Food Runner
Perrys Steakhouse & Grille
Dallas, TX
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Delivered food to guests in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
- Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
- Organized food orders and ensured accuracy of items served to customers.
- Gained broad base knowledge in restaurant operations, both front-of-house and back-of-house.
Host
Perrys Steakhouse & Grille
Dallas, TX
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
- Maintained cleanliness of lobby area, including wiping down tables and chairs.
- Managed incoming calls during busy shifts.
- Took reservations over phone and in person.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Forney High School
Forney, TX05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Software Engineering
El Centro College
Dallas, TXSkills
- Conflict Resolution
- Calm Under Pressure
- Networking
- Problem-Solving
- Safe Food Handling
- Beverage Preparation
- Food Running
- Guest Engagement
- Table Setting
- Guest Seating
- Liquor, Wine, and Food Service
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Server Assistant
Perrys Steakhouse & Grille
11.2022 - 12.2023
Bartender
Perrys Steakhouse & Grille
11.2022 - 12.2023
Food Runner
Perrys Steakhouse & Grille
11.2022 - 12.2023
Host
Perrys Steakhouse & Grille
11.2022 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
North Forney High School
Some College (No Degree) - Software Engineering
El Centro College