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Ericka Dawson

Priest River,ID

Summary

High energy worker who is motivated with a diverse skill set seeking new employment opportunities. Committed to continuous learning and development, pursuing roles that foster growth and innovation. Proven ability to adapt quickly to changing environments while maintaining a focus on achieving results. Passionate about contributing to team success and enhancing organizational effectiveness through collaboration.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Host/Server/Food Runner/Busser

Millie's
02.2024 - 09.2025
  • Welcomed guests and managed waitlist and reservations to control front of house service flow. Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times. Handled high-pressure situations with composure, Managed multiple tables, Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area ensuring timely and accurate guest service. Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items. Collaborated with kitchen staff to deliver food to guests effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts. Trained new hosts,bussers and food runners on operational procedures.

Pantry/Prep Cook

Millie's
07.2023 - 02.2024
  • Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring freshness and quality standards. Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and putting away food and beverage orders, prepared various pastry items, ensuring consistency in flavor and presentation.

Assistant Prep Cook

Hills Resort
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Operated commercial kitchen equipment, efficiently organized and maintained proper inventory storage, utilized knife skills to meet kitchen recipe quota standards, supported other stations helping co-workers, kept station clean and sanitary. Collaborated with chefs to streamline meal prep processes and reduce service times.Trained new staff on kitchen procedures, promoting teamwork and efficiency in operations.

Hostess

Pastifina
12.2021 - 04.2022
  • Greeted then seated guest properly following seat chart layout. Communicated with servers of new tables, changes in food availability or customer concerns. Answered phones for to-go orders, reservations and special request. Supported staff and kept dining room efficiently clean preventing guests from waiting longer than necessary.

Front of House Team Member

Pizza Hut
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Duties of host, cashier, server and busser following national, state & local safety health sanitation guidelines. Took customer to-go orders explaining menu items following outlined company procedures while upholding customer satisfaction.

Dishwasher, Food Preparation

Hills Resort
06.2020 - 09.2020
  • Properly washed and sanitized dirty dishes and equipment restocking promptly and timely allowing extra time to further my food preparation skills of cutting, mixing and portioning.

Housekeeping

Hills Resort
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Commercially followed all company guidelines and protocols using commercial tools and chemicals providing clean and sanitized environment for weekly incoming guest.

Education

High School Diploma - Business and Industry Endorsement minoring in the Culinary Arts

Granbury High School
Granbury, TX
06.2022

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Multitasking proficiency
  • Team collaboration
  • Food handling

Timeline

Host/Server/Food Runner/Busser

Millie's
02.2024 - 09.2025

Pantry/Prep Cook

Millie's
07.2023 - 02.2024

Assistant Prep Cook

Hills Resort
07.2022 - 10.2022

Hostess

Pastifina
12.2021 - 04.2022

Front of House Team Member

Pizza Hut
06.2021 - 09.2021

Dishwasher, Food Preparation

Hills Resort
06.2020 - 09.2020

Housekeeping

Hills Resort
06.2019 - 08.2019

High School Diploma - Business and Industry Endorsement minoring in the Culinary Arts

Granbury High School

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