Summary
Overview
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Education
Skills
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Gagandeep Kaur

Fairfield,CA

Summary

Dynamic server with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills, honed at Saffron Indian Cuisine & Bar. Consistently exceeded sales targets while ensuring guest satisfaction through personalized service and effective team collaboration. Proficient in cash handling and maintaining cleanliness standards, contributing to a welcoming dining environment.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Server

Saffron Indian Cuisine & Bar
10.2023 - 03.2025
  • Skillfully balanced multiple tables simultaneously, delivering consistent service excellence.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • 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.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
  • Assisted in planning and execution of special events, contributing to restaurant's reputation for hosting.
  • Kept up with fast-paced environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders during peak hours.
  • Utilized knowledge of menu to make recommendations, enhancing customer dining experience.

Education

Modern Nabha Sr.sec.school
Nabha

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Guest engagement
  • Professional appearance
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Customer service
  • Memory retention
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Safe food handling
  • Menu memorization
  • Service prioritization
  • Team collaboration
  • Sales expertise
  • Sales techniques
  • Order accuracy
  • Quality control
  • Performance improvement

Timeline

Server

Saffron Indian Cuisine & Bar
10.2023 - 03.2025

Modern Nabha Sr.sec.school
Gagandeep Kaur