Elizabeth Buckles

Baton Rouge ,Louisiana

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at previous employments, excelling in customer service and effective multitasking. Proven ability to enhance guest satisfaction through efficient food running and maintaining cleanliness. Recognized for training new staff and fostering a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring a memorable dining experience for all patrons.

Overview

2026

years of professional experience

Work History

Busser / Food Runner / Server / Shake Maker

Dearmans

Baton Rouge

2023 - 2024

Cleaned and sanitized dining areas to maintain a hygienic environment.
Assisted servers by delivering food and beverages promptly and accurately.
Set up and cleared tables efficiently to prepare for new guests.
Monitored stock levels of dining supplies and communicated needs to management.
Maintained organized workstations to enhance workflow efficiency during busy shifts.
Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
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.
Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
Reduced wait times for tables by quickly clearing and resetting them after guests departed.

Hostess

Carrabbas Italian Grill

Baton Rouge, LA

04.2024 - 12.2025

Greeted and seated guests, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
Managed reservation system, coordinating guest flow and seating arrangements.
Collaborated with waitstaff to ensure timely service and customer satisfaction.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of front-of-house areas throughout shifts.
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.
Assisted in training new host staff, sharing best practices for maintaining a professional demeanor and efficient work habits.
Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph’s Academy