Proven Restaurant Server with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and optimizing sales, notably at Texas Roadhouse Restaurant. Skilled in dining area maintenance and food and beverage pairings, I excel in high-volume dining environments by leveraging strong communication skills and a professional demeanor to foster repeat business.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Server
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
Crystal Lake, IL
04.2023 - Current
Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
Completed opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
Complied with safety procedures when handling food items or cleaning materials.
Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Restaurant Server
Chili's Restaurant
Algonquin, IL
10.2022 - 03.2023
Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
Delivered beverages, appetizers, entrees, and desserts to guests in an efficient manner.
Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
Maintained positive relationships with co-workers and customers alike through friendly communication.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.