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Gabriella Lugo

Gabriella Lugo

Lead Server
Youngtown,AZ

Summary

The biggest and best part of my job is making sure that customers have an over-all great experience.

Quote

“Good service can save a bad meal, but there is no level of food that can save bad service.”
Alton Brown

Skills

  • Dealing with 'difficult' guests is one of my specialties
  • I am a natural leader who believes that leading by example and positive reinforcement benefit the team as a whole and make everyone's experience better
  • Counting money
  • Loyalty promotion
  • Hostess support
  • Table resetting
  • Daily specials memorization
  • Team member support
  • Food safety practices
  • POS operation

Work History

Bud Tender

Allgreens
05.2022 - 04.2025
  • Weighed, prepared and packaged different types of products.
  • Answered questions about medicinal and recreational uses and effects and qualities of different strains.
  • Restocked supplies and arranged displays.
  • Checked guests' photo identification for validity and age requirements.
  • Managed high volume of cash with 97% accuracy rate.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.

Server/Trainer • Cashier/Expo

Matt's Big Breakfast
11.2016 - 04.2022
  • The biggest and best part of my job is making sure that customers have an over-all great experience.
  • Taught servers to memorize menu ingredients and provide information on preparation methods.
  • Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of food and beverage service standards and led by example to instill in new servers.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with trainees to drive successful learning outcomes.
  • Monitored new server performance and offered continuous support throughout training period.
  • Assisted in new server onboarding and orientation to cultivate seamless transitions.
  • Instructed servers on proper techniques for taking orders, serving food and providing customer service.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.

Server/Trainer • Cashier/Expo

5th Avenue Cafe
07.2007 - 12.2014
  • Expedited food to ensure quality.
  • Scheduling and training of new team members.

Education

High School - Communication

Apollo High School
Glendale, AZ

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany Culture