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Emily Bell

Monroe,LA

Summary

Motivated [Job Title] with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences. Attentive Waitress with superior knowledge of ethnic dining and dedication to fantastic dining experiences. Trained in POS systems and table-side serving with understanding of food and beverage pairings and great salesmanship. Known for maintaining speed and accuracy in high-traffic times. Enthusiastic and reliable professional takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitress

Applebee's Grill + Bar
08.2023 - Current
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.

Waitress

Texas Roadhouse
10.2020 - 09.2022
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.

Key Holder

McDonald's Restaurant
02.2017 - 04.2020
  • Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
  • Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and promote long-term loyalty for increased sales.
  • Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.
  • Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices in customer service and store operations.
  • Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.

Assistant Manager

Waffle House
01.2008 - 10.2010
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.

Education

GED -

Riverfield Academy
Rayville La
05.2007

Skills

  • Food and Beverage Pairings
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Seating Assignment Preparation
  • Process Payments
  • Dish Preparation
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Menu Memorization

Timeline

Waitress

Applebee's Grill + Bar
08.2023 - Current

Waitress

Texas Roadhouse
10.2020 - 09.2022

Key Holder

McDonald's Restaurant
02.2017 - 04.2020

Assistant Manager

Waffle House
01.2008 - 10.2010

GED -

Riverfield Academy

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