GIANNA KASINETZ
Mount Laurel,New Jersey
Summary
Versatile hospitality professional with experience in fine dining and guest services. As Lead Host and Food Runner, excels in creating welcoming environments, supporting operations, and adapting to new responsibilities. Seeking a seasonal winter position to leverage customer service skills and teamwork in a dynamic setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Host and Food Runner
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
Cherry Hill, NJ
06.2025 - Current
- Welcomed and assisted guests, delivering polished, attentive service that enhanced their dining experience in a high-end fine dining environment.
- Trusted with increased responsibility as a Lead Host due to reliability, customer service skills, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
- Managed guest seating and table rotations, contributing to an organized and efficient front-of-house operation.
- Coordinated with servers, managers, food runners, and team members during busy service periods, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Delivered food orders promptly to tables, ensuring accuracy and quality. efficiently and accurately while maintaining presentation and service standards.
- Prepared the restaurant for service by organizing supplies and cleaning the front-of-house. and closing responsibilities and maintain a clean, organized front-of-house environment.
- Communicate effectively with guests and coworkers while remaining calm and professional during high-volume shifts.
- Provided assistance to coworkers during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations. and restaurant operations during busy shifts.
Childcare Provider
Private Family
Mount Laurel, NJ
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Maintained a safe, organized, and positive environment while caring for children.
- Ensured safety and organization in children's environment, fostering a positive atmosphere for learning and play.
- Provided dependable childcare and supervision for a family over an extended period.
- Developed and led age-appropriate games and learning activities, promoting physical and cognitive development through engaging play.
- Updated parents on schedules and routines, facilitating open communication about children's needs and daily experiences.
- Demonstrated patience, responsibility, flexibility, and strong judgment while working independently.
- Built a trusted relationship with the family through consistent and dependable care.
Childcare Assistant
Little Darlings
Mount Laurel, NJ
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Supervised children throughout day, ensuring safety and support for positive development.
- Facilitated meals, activities, and classroom routines to promote engagement and learning.
- Assisted with meals, activities, classroom routines, and general childcare responsibilities.
- Administered first aid and addressed children's needs promptly to ensure well-being.
- Maintained clean and organized classrooms, tables, bathrooms, and children's areas.
Host
Two Mile Crab House
Wildwood Crest, NJ
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Greeted and seated guests while providing friendly and professional customer service.
- Coordinated table rotations and assigned servers in restaurant's computer system to optimize guest seating.
- Answered guest inquiries and ensured organized front-of-house environment to enhance customer experience.
- Cleaned and prepared menus and dining areas.
- Operated effectively in high-volume seasonal restaurant to support smooth service during peak hours.
- Performed tasks efficiently in high-pressure environments. in a busy seasonal restaurant environment.
Lifeguard
Sun Retreats
Cape May, NJ
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Monitored pool and lake areas, ensuring guest safety and enforcing facility rules to create a secure environment.
- Responded to emergencies and administered first aid.
- Communicated safety rules clearly and professionally with guests.
- Communicated safety rules effectively to guests, fostering a culture of safety and awareness.
- Maintained vigilance and responsibility while working independently, prioritizing safety in a high-stakes environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lenape High School
Medford, NJSkills
- Fine dining
- Front-of-House Operations
- Customer service
- Food service
- Guest Safety
- Service Problem-Solving
- Working Under Pressure
- Time management
- Dependable & Responsible
- Fast Learner & Adaptable
- Teamwork & Communication
- Professional & Positive Attitude
Timeline
Lead Host and Food Runner
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
06.2025 - Current
Childcare Provider
Private Family
01.2023 - 01.2025
Childcare Assistant
Little Darlings
10.2022 - 04.2023
Host
Two Mile Crab House
04.2021 - 09.2021
Lifeguard
Sun Retreats
07.2020 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
Lenape High School