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Summary

I enjoyed my short season in Eureka Springs last summer before it came to an end with the restaurant I worked for closing. The environment and culture of the town is incredible to be a part of. I look forward to playing my part in that. I understand the importance of all of the tasks roles in food service that play into a successful guest experience, big and small.

Dynamic server with a proven track record at Mayo's Seafood Restaurant, excelling in exceptional customer service and effective communication. Recognized for enhancing guest satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and strong multitasking abilities. Skilled in cash handling and food safety, consistently delivering memorable dining experiences in high-volume settings.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Rockin Pig Saloon
Eureka Springs, AR
04.2025 - 08.2025

My job duties here included all food and beverage service tasks from greeting at the door all the way to bussing the table at the end. Preparing drinks, serving lunch and dinner, making menu recommendations, down to rolling silverware and slicing lemons.

Housekeeping

Airbnb by Owner
Harrison, AR
11.2023 - 06.2024
  • Improved overall cleanliness and guest satisfaction by implementing effective housekeeping procedures and protocols.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment through daily housekeeping tasks and waste disposal management.

Server

Mayo's Seafood Restaurant
Alliance, NC
01.2021 - 08.2023
  • Demonstrate hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests.
  • Guide guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of the food, beverages, and ingredients.
  • Precisely describe menu items and special offerings and appropriately identify pairings.
  • Proactively prepare for large parties and reservations, anticipating planning and staffing needs
  • Buss, clear, clean, and set tables.
  • Hosting— answering guest calls, seating in an organized manner, taking and delivering drink orders, handling all aspects of takeout and customer checkout.
  • Maintain dining room in a clean, neat, and stocked manner.
  • Worked busiest weekend and weekday shifts consistently.
  • Handled all customer service requests.
  • Relayed orders to kitchen quickly and accurately.

Server

Spunky McDoogle's Bar and Restaurant
New Bern, NC
01.2020 - 07.2020
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.

Server

Mayo's Seafood Restaurant
Alliance, NC
08.2016 - 08.2019
  • Demonstrate hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests.
  • Guide guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of the food, beverages, and ingredients.
  • Precisely describe menu items and special offerings and appropriately identify pairings.
  • Proactively prepare for large parties and reservations, anticipating planning and staffing needs
  • Buss, clear, clean, and set tables.
  • Hosting— answering guest calls, seating in an organized manner, taking and delivering drink orders, handling all aspects of takeout and customer checkout.
  • Maintain dining room in a clean, neat, and stocked manner.
  • Worked busiest weekend and weekday shifts consistently.
  • Handled all customer service requests.
  • Relayed orders to kitchen quickly and accurately.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Bentonville, AR
05.2026

Skills

  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash Handling
  • Guest Engagement
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Menu Memorization
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Food Running
  • High-volume dining
  • Food safety understanding
  • Order Accuracy
  • Table Bussing
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Dining area maintenance
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Tableside Etiquette
  • Guest Seating
  • Table Setting
  • Menu presentation
  • Food Delivery
  • Food and beverage pairings
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Communication
  • Transactions and Cash Handling

References

January Carpenter-Airbnb Manager 479-981-0091

Gabrielle Phillips-Airbnb Owner 479-325-1768

Violet Spruill- FOH Manager, Mayo's Seafood Restaurant 252-229-7854

Shirley Ireland-Owner, Mayo's Seafood Restaurant 252-229-7853

Shana Mayo-Nanny Client 252-675-9492

Timeline

Server

Rockin Pig Saloon
04.2025 - 08.2025

Housekeeping

Airbnb by Owner
11.2023 - 06.2024

Server

Mayo's Seafood Restaurant
01.2021 - 08.2023

Server

Spunky McDoogle's Bar and Restaurant
01.2020 - 07.2020

Server

Mayo's Seafood Restaurant
08.2016 - 08.2019

Associate of Arts - General Studies

NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Faith Guidry