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Eric Van Brunt

Lakeland,FL

Summary

Provided efficient guest services in various roles and environments. Dedicated to exceptional performance in all areas of work. Meeting the needs of all customers and guests to deliver expectational service. Service-focused Church Volunteer experienced in helping with diverse areas of church operations. Always ready to step in and help others through church programs or one-on-on. Enthusiastic about helping with church activities and international missions work.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Waiter

Kitty O Haras
Baldwin, NY
08.2018 - 12.2023
  • Greet and escort customers to their tables
  • Present menu and provide detailed information when asked (e.g About portions, ingredients or potential food allergies)
  • Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
  • Responsible to prepare tables by setting up silverware and glasses
  • Inform customers about the day's specials
  • Offer menu recommendations upon request
  • Take orders in a timely matter, as well as bring food and drinks out
  • Responsible for handling money with payments
  • Wrote specials for each day and updated with menu changes.

Waiter

Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
Lakeland, FL
01.2024 - Current
  • Greeted guests and answered questions about menu items.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat customers.
  • Took orders from patrons accurately and efficiently.
  • Brought food and beverages to tables in a timely manner.
  • Checked with customers to ensure that they were enjoying their meals.
  • Assisted with setting up the dining area before shift began.
  • Followed all safety and sanitation regulations when handling food or drinks.

Intern

The Harbor Church
Center Moriches, NY
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Visited, counseled and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Preached and ministered to members and congregation through multiple avenues of communication.
  • Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
  • Directed weekly youth meetings, special group events and overnight excursions.
  • Instructed and mentored youth and kids between grades K and 12.

Volunteer

The Harbor Church | Center Moriches
New York
11.2018 - 12.2023
  • Assists in greeting congregants on Sundays
  • Assists in church set up before service
  • Runs social media page during services
  • Help organize youth services
  • Assists in assuring participation of children/youth

Missions Trip Leader

SEU Missions
Lakeland, FL
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Spread faith through various evangelistic means, including preaching, Bible readings and group activities.
  • Met individuals to deliver Bibles, spread word of Christ and lead prayers.
  • Created engaging meetings to encourage team
  • Host interview for prospective members

Private Elderly Caregiver

Self Employed
Baldwin, NY
05.2017 - 07.2020
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
  • Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Vacuumed carpeted areas and mopped solid surfaces with proper chemical solutions.

SEU Tour Guide

SEU Admissions
Lakeland, FL
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Responsible for weekly campus tours
  • Responsible to retain knowledge of school campus to share with prospective students
  • Developed guest relationships to achieve high level of satisfaction.

Author

Self Employed Writer
Baldwin, NY
04.2021 - Current
  • Self published two poetry books
  • Adjusted tone and content to reach wide range of audiences.
  • Used strong grammar and research skills to craft well-written, mistake-free copy.
  • Researched and edited content to ensure accuracy and quality of work.

Education

Pastoral Ministry

Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL

Skills

  • Creativity
  • Diverse
  • Communication skills
  • Customer service
  • Guest services
  • Money Management
  • Leadership capability
  • Group leadership
  • Child Supervision

Timeline

Waiter

Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
01.2024 - Current

Intern

The Harbor Church
05.2023 - 08.2023

SEU Tour Guide

SEU Admissions
08.2022 - 12.2023

Missions Trip Leader

SEU Missions
04.2022 - 10.2022

Author

Self Employed Writer
04.2021 - Current

Volunteer

The Harbor Church | Center Moriches
11.2018 - 12.2023

Waiter

Kitty O Haras
08.2018 - 12.2023

Private Elderly Caregiver

Self Employed
05.2017 - 07.2020

Pastoral Ministry

Southeastern University

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