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Giavanna Iwanski

Savannah

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Ruth's Chris Steak House, excelling in food presentation and quick learning. Mastered both hard skills like safe food handling and soft skills such as creativity, significantly enhancing dining experiences. Achieved high customer satisfaction through innovative cooking techniques and effective teamwork, demonstrating a strong commitment to culinary excellence. Gained personal skills as I took on front of house positions such as communication, establishing customer service standards and implementing said standards.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Expo Runner

Ruth Chris Steakhouse
02.2024 - Current
  • Assisted chefs with plating dishes, ensuring a visually appealing presentation for guests.
  • Collaborated with servers to ensure timely delivery of orders, reducing wait times for customers.
  • Communicated food orders to chefs to execute priorities and special requests.
  • Served food at proper temperature to meet safety standards.

Hostess

Ruth Chris Steakhouse
01.2024 - Current
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.

Food Runner

Ruth Chris Steakhouse
01.2024 - Current
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the restaurant.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing duties effectively for maximum productivity.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Collaborated with the kitchen staff to ensure accuracy of orders, minimizing order errors and complaints.

Prep Chef

Ruth's Chris Steak House
12.2023 - Current
  • Contributed to a positive working environment through effective communication and teamwork practices.
  • Demonstrated strong time management skills by prioritizing tasks efficiently during high-pressure situations.
  • Maintained high standards of food quality and presentation through consistent adherence to recipes and plating guidelines.
  • Assisted with ordering supplies and managing inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock was available for daily operations without excessive waste or spoilage costs incurred.
  • Continuously improved culinary skills through ongoing training opportunities, staying current on industry trends and best practices.

Line Cook

Snug Pub
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.

Education

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
05-2025

Skills

  • Quick learner
  • Food presentation
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Food preparation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Sanitation practices
  • Allergen awareness
  • Garnishing techniques
  • Recipe preparation
  • Safe food handling procedures

Timeline

Expo Runner

Ruth Chris Steakhouse
02.2024 - Current

Hostess

Ruth Chris Steakhouse
01.2024 - Current

Food Runner

Ruth Chris Steakhouse
01.2024 - Current

Prep Chef

Ruth's Chris Steak House
12.2023 - Current

Line Cook

Snug Pub
06.2023 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School

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