Elisangela Coelho

A family friendly establishment in a very busy location in Algarve, Portugal.

• Greeted, seated and served customers in a section of 8 tables.
• Took orders and delivered food and beverages accurately and efficiently with friendly attitude.
• Memorized daily specials and large wine menus to advise customers on the most appropriate food and beverage options for them.
• Highly motivated waitress able to provide fun and family friendly environment for guests of all ages.

Renowned agency that gave me an opportunity to work with 5-star establishments in different positions all over the Algarve, Portugal.

• Properly greeted and escorted guests to assigned tables for breakfast, lunch and dinner shifts.
• Supplied tables with étagère, bread, butter and others.
• Kept guest tables neat and tidy, regularly clearing away dirty dishes.
• Bussed and reset tables quickly with correct place settings.
• Took customers orders and delivered food and beverages.

A typical Portuguese Cuisine restaurant reputed with excellent food service.

• Created personal dining experience answering questions and offering information on menu items.
• Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
• Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
• Effectively managed busy shifts and quickly learn new menu items or updates.
• Served as a dedicated and enthusiastic waitress 10 to 12 hours, 6 days per week.

A 5-star hotel with more than 60 years offering unforgettable service in hospitality, gave me a great opportunity to work with the best in the industry.

• Prepare mise-en-place to ensure that the station is ready when required.
• Replenish water, bread, butter and other Items as anticipated or required.
• Maintained clean and orderly tables and station, if assigned to food buffet areas.
• Refilled cooked, cold and/or hot food items in the buffet or serving line in their respective places, according to the chef's diagram menu.
• Removed used tableware between courses and provided for the next course.
• Answered room service phone and recorded orders.
• Set up and delivered food and beverages to guest rooms in accordance with property established guidelines, procedures, and policies.