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Server

Dale Okpik Jr

Portland,OR

Summary

Hardworking Server with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Lakeview Taphouse
03.2024 - Current
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.

Server

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks
07.2022 - 03.2024
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
  • Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..

Server

Olive Garden
06.2017 - 07.2022
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate levels of necessary supplies.

Line Cook

Olive Garden
06.2017 - 07.2022
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
  • Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.

Sous Chef

Grevino Winery
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
  • Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
  • Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
  • Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
  • Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
  • Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.

Education

High School Diploma -

Nipomo High School
Nipomo, CA
06.2013

Skills

  • Safe Food Handling
  • Supply Restocking
  • Table Setting
  • Food Running
  • Point of Sale (POS) System Operations
  • Menu Knowledge
  • Liquor, Wine, and Food Service
  • Special Dietary Requirements
  • Wine Pairings
  • High-Volume Dining
  • Item Promotion
  • Order Accuracy
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Cleanliness standards
  • High-volume dining

Timeline

Server

Lakeview Taphouse
03.2024 - Current

Server

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks
07.2022 - 03.2024

Server

Olive Garden
06.2017 - 07.2022

Line Cook

Olive Garden
06.2017 - 07.2022

Sous Chef

Grevino Winery
08.2016 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Nipomo High School

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