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Ben Elias

Island Park

Summary

,has been self directed in Acclaimed Shakes and shuckers at the Boardwalk. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lincoln sands1

Gregg Lapenna
Long Beach
05.2023 - 06.2025
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
  • Took and processed food and beverage orders accurately and promptly.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and delivery.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
  • Assisted in training new servers on menu items and service standards.
  • Handled cash transactions and processed payments efficiently at the register.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with professionalism and care.
  • Set up tables, chairs, and dining areas for special events and large parties.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Checked food before serving it to customers.
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
  • Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
  • Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
  • Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
  • Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
  • Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
  • Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
  • Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.

Construction Worker

Steve speciner-5162508304
Long Beach
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in the installation of structural components and fixtures.
  • Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials for delivery and storage on site.
  • Prepared job sites by clearing debris and organizing materials.
  • Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
  • Mixed concrete, mortar and other materials to prepare building material.
  • Assembled structural components, replacing parts to meet regulatory code standards.

Restaurant Busser Bar Hand

Steven Tsaung VooDoo Crab Part Owner
Massapequa
02.2020 - 01.2022
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Cleaned and sanitized restrooms using appropriate cleaning solutions and tools.
  • Disposed of waste materials in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Restocked cleaning supplies and maintained inventory levels effectively.
  • Assisted in deep cleaning schedules for common areas and facilities.
  • Reported maintenance issues to management for timely resolution.
  • Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, countertops, mirrors, and floors.
  • Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets, and dusted surfaces.
  • Removed trash bags, broke down boxes and placed recyclable materials in designated disposal areas.
  • Disinfected doorknobs, light switches, telephones, computers, desks and other high-touch surfaces.
  • Scrubbed walls to remove scuff marks or stains.
  • Complied with health regulations related to the handling of hazardous chemicals used during cleaning processes.
  • Mixed chemicals for use in cleaning processes according to safety instructions provided by manufacturer labels.
  • Swept sidewalks and driveways of debris.
  • Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Managed bar inventory, ensuring stock levels met customer demand.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area throughout shifts.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate food and drink service efficiently.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.

Busser/Parking Lot Supervisor

The Reel
East Rockaway
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Assisted servers by delivering food and beverages to enhance customer service.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for patrons.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to manage dishware and utensils efficiently.
  • Supported team members during peak hours to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
  • Engaged with customers to provide a friendly and responsive dining experience.
  • Maintained a friendly attitude towards customers at all times.
  • Took initiative to help others whenever necessary.
  • Carried food, dishes, trays, or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to serving counters.
  • Stocked ice buckets, water pitchers, wine glasses or other bar items as needed.
  • Assisted servers with stocking supplies, setting up for service and cleaning duties.
  • Accounted for tickets and matched with cash receipts.

Lead Busser

PieCraft
Long Beach
  • Assisted servers by delivering food and drinks to tables efficiently.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area and reset tables for new guests.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
  • Monitored inventory levels of utensils and supplies, restocking as needed.
  • Responded to guest inquiries and resolved minor issues promptly.
  • Organized dining room layout for optimal seating arrangements during peak times.
  • Continually monitored the dining room for any potential issues that may arise.
  • Ensured cleanliness of restaurant, including tables, chairs, floors, windows, and other surfaces.
  • Assisted servers in providing outstanding customer service.
  • Carried food, dishes, trays, or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to serving counters.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils, and refilling beverages.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety policies and procedures outlined by the company's health department regulations.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff regarding any special orders or dietary restrictions requested by guests.
  • Restocked dining room with plates, glassware and utensils, maintaining adequate workstation supplies.
  • Notified manager of issues with equipment or breakage.
  • Expedited food to tables to assist servers during busy periods.
  • Observed tables to tend to guest needs and identify customer service opportunities.
  • Assisted in the preparation of large parties and special events to ensure smooth service.

Education

Tech,science,geomatry,word,typing,exel,power Point

East Rockaway High School
East Rockaway, NY
07-2020

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Time management
  • Order processing
  • Inventory management
  • Food safety compliance
  • Attention to detail
  • Conflict management
  • Process improvement
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Recordkeeping
  • Self-Directed

Certification

  • Food Saftey

Timeline

Lincoln sands1

Gregg Lapenna
05.2023 - 06.2025

Construction Worker

Steve speciner-5162508304
01.2023 - 12.2023

Restaurant Busser Bar Hand

Steven Tsaung VooDoo Crab Part Owner
02.2020 - 01.2022

Busser/Parking Lot Supervisor

The Reel
05.2017 - 08.2017

Lead Busser

PieCraft

Tech,science,geomatry,word,typing,exel,power Point

East Rockaway High School

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