Emily Stevens
Hendersonville,TN
Summary
Ambitious, goal-focused professional showcasing superior time management and problem-solving skills. Celebrated for consistency, adaptability, and vibrant energy, with swift proficiency in learning and executing new skills. Devoted to channeling these qualities to elevate team performance and contribute to organizational development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
The Rudder
04.2025 - Current
- Greet table warmly, introduce myself, and answer any questions about the menu
- Monitor tables, ensuring guests
- Help team mates to keep restaurant clean and tables ready to be set again
- Clear dishes from table, allowing them to discuss dessert or any other items
- Maintain cleanliness with all server areas, adhering to sanitation and safety policies
Sales Associate
From Nashville With Love
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high stressed situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked the store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage with customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Prepared merchandise for sale floor by pricing or tagging.
- Engage in friendly conversation with customers to better uncover individual needs.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
Server, Team Lead
Lyncoya Cafe
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Enhanced server proficiency in menu ingredients and cooking methods to elevate guest experiences.
- Worked closely with kitchen staff to ensure safe meal options for patrons with dietary needs.
- Boosted overall sales performance by implementing successful upselling practices.
- Conducted training sessions for new hires on restaurant operations and customer engagement techniques.
- Instructed servers on efficient order-taking, food presentation, and guest service skills.
- Led by example in adhering to food service standards, mentoring new employees effectively.
Promotions Team Member
Nashville Sounds
04.2017 - 09.2018
- Facilitated fan engagement activities across 72 home games to boost interaction.
- Nurtured fan relationships through community outreach efforts to expand audience base.
- Joined promotional events, including photography sessions, to raise team profile.
- Collaborated with choreographers on refining routines for optimal performance impact.
- Attended dynamic rehearsals to ensure energetic presentations.
- Completed training in safety protocols and situational awareness for risk management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nashville School of the Arts
Nashville, TN05.2017
Skills
- Retail merchandising expertise
- Complex Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Money Handling
- Energetic self-starter
- Time management
- Permanent Jewelry
- Task prioritization
- Written oral communication skills
- Multi-tasking
- Hospitality and accommodation
- POS knowledge
Timeline
Server
The Rudder
04.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
From Nashville With Love
10.2024 - 04.2025
Server, Team Lead
Lyncoya Cafe
08.2022 - 06.2024
Promotions Team Member
Nashville Sounds
04.2017 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Nashville School of the Arts