Ethan Bryant
Tumwater
Summary
Experienced with managing tables and providing top-notch service to guests in fast-paced environments. Utilizes excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and create welcoming atmosphere. Track record of maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency, ensuring positive dining experience for all patrons. Reliable and always willing to go the extra mile.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Allied Trades Specialist
Washington Army National Guard
12.2024 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG, TIG and STICK welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise weld placement.
- Conducted routine inspections of welds for quality assurance and compliance.
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components according to specifications.
- Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints to ensure accuracy in machining processes.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
Cashier/ Line Cook/ Shift Lead
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
10.2018 - 04.2025
- BOH: Fry cook/ Prep cook, Stocked all lines, Expedited food, Dishwasher, Opening and closing duties.
- FOH: Shift Leadfor open and closing shifts. Greet customers and determine customer needs. Taking orders in person and on the phone, take care of delivery service app orders and drivers, Serving food, cleaning up tables, janitorial duties.
- Trained new staff on register operation and customer service best practices.
- Assisted in training new cooks on kitchen procedures and techniques.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Provided backup support for other areas of the restaurant when needed, showcasing versatility within the business. Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Managed inventory levels by restocking and organizing displays effectively.
- Prepared and cooked high-quality meals in fast-paced kitchen environment. Ensured food safety and sanitation standards were consistently met.
- Counted and monitored cash drawer accuracy before and after shifts, identifying discrepancies proactively.
Lab Assistant/ Production
First Person
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Cultivated, tended to, and harvested high quality mushrooms. Worked in a sterile lab environment.
- Produced and bagged sterile medium in mass quantity.
- Monitored grow room environments and growth of product.
- Conducted laboratory tests following established protocols to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
- Tracked collected harvest by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Maintain a clean and sterile environment within the lab and grow rooms.
Waiter/Server
Hash Breakfast Joint
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience for all guests.
- Coordinated food and beverage orders efficiently between kitchen and dining area.
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and order accuracy.
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Cashier/Server
Doria's Haus of Pizza
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and answered inquiries promptly.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely order fulfillment and accuracy.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely order delivery and maintaining high service standards.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
Education
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA05.2020
Diploma - undefined
Tumwater High School
Tumwater, WA06.2019
Certificate of Technical Studies - Metal Works And Fabrication
Army School of Metal Works
Fort Lee, VA10-2025
Skills
- Strong work ethic alongside a positive attitude
- Exceptional customer service
- High cleanliness standards
- High volume dining, works well in a fast paced environment
- Team collaboration
- Very organized
- Works well with others or alone
- Positive guest interactions
- Team player
- Table bussing
- Adaptable, flexible, level headed
- Reliability
Timeline
Allied Trades Specialist
Washington Army National Guard
12.2024 - Current
Lab Assistant/ Production
First Person
05.2022 - 01.2023
Waiter/Server
Hash Breakfast Joint
05.2020 - 07.2022
Cashier/Server
Doria's Haus of Pizza
01.2019 - 03.2020
Cashier/ Line Cook/ Shift Lead
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
10.2018 - 04.2025
Diploma - undefined
Tumwater High School
Orange Coast College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Metal Works And Fabrication
Army School of Metal Works