Elizabeth Vargas
Cheyenne,WY
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in restaurant and hospitality settings. Skilled in problem-solving, training new staff, and maintaining cleanliness, contributing to improved guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Restaurant Hostess
Buffalo Wild Wings
El Paso, Texas
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials, contributing to increased sales.
- Engaged with guests to foster a welcoming atmosphere, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced sports bar environment.
- Processed food and drink orders using point-of-sale system, ensuring timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
- Assisted in training new servers.
Receptionist
TJ’s Hair Studio
Alexandria, VA
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Greeted clients warmly upon arrival at a busy hair studio.
- Answered phone calls and addressed client inquiries promptly.
- Managed appointment scheduling using salon management software.
- Processed payments and handled cash register transactions efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of reception area and waiting room.
Cashier
Boardwalk burgers and fries
Alexandria , VA
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Handled cash, credit, and digital payments using point-of-sale systems.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and answered questions about food items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dining area and cashier station.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Americas High School
El Paso, TX06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Science Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Point-of-sale systems
- Order processing
- Menu knowledge
- Food handling practices
- Food running
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Customer service
- Upselling techniques
- Training new staff
- Problem solving
- Professional demeanor
Timeline
Server/Restaurant Hostess
Buffalo Wild Wings
12.2020 - 04.2022
Receptionist
TJ’s Hair Studio
02.2019 - 05.2020
Cashier
Boardwalk burgers and fries
07.2018 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
Americas High School
Some College (No Degree) - Science Psychology
Grand Canyon University