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Gabriella Desmond

Newburgh,NY

Summary

Proven to excel in high-pressure environments, adeptly balancing front- and back-of-house coordination with a flair for suggestive selling, honed at Justine's Pizza. Skillfully blends customer service excellence with POS system proficiency, driving sales and enhancing dining experiences. Demonstrated capability in boosting banquet service referrals at Best Western Hotel, showcasing strong multitasking and interpersonal skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Restaurant Hostess

Justine's Pizza
01.2014 - 03.2018
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Coordinated large party bookings both on the phone and in-person, creating organized seating plans tailored to guest needs.
  • Greeted guests and seated promptly, providing special accommodation for handicapped diners and small children.

Banquet Server

Best Western Hotel
02.2013 - 03.2018

Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.

  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Delivered outstanding service even during peak hours or challenging circumstances, receiving commendations from both clients and supervisors alike.
  • Developed strong rapport with repeat customers, leading to increased loyalty and return business for the venue''s banquet services.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure in fast-paced banquet environments.

Education

Associate of Science - Restaurant Management

SUNY College of Agriculture And Technology At Cobleskill
Cobleskill, NY
06.2014

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Strong multitasking
  • Front- and Back-of-House Coordination
  • Suggestive Selling Techniques
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Cash Handling
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Wine Pairings
  • Coordinating tasks
  • POS system operations
  • Memory retention
  • Menu Memorization

Certification

  • ServSafe

Timeline

Restaurant Hostess

Justine's Pizza
01.2014 - 03.2018

Banquet Server

Best Western Hotel
02.2013 - 03.2018

Associate of Science - Restaurant Management

SUNY College of Agriculture And Technology At Cobleskill
Gabriella Desmond