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Gillian Marwood

Chicago,IL

Summary

Enthusiastic Server experienced with cocktail service. Experienced providing timely service with enthusiasm and efficiency. Consistently acknowledged for maintaining superior service standards while exceeding sales goals. Time in between jobs was spent being a full time artist.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Artist

Awakenings
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - Current
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Prior to teaching, was an editor for the literary magazine.

Server and Host

Bordel
Chicago, IL
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.

Server and Backserver

Tiedhouse
Chicago, IL
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate levels of necessary supplies.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.

Server

Native Foods Cafe
Chicago, IL
08.2016 - 09.2018
  • Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
12-2019

Skills

  • Positive and Professional
  • Experience in Leadership
  • Task Prioritization
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong multi tasking skills
  • Understanding marketing goals
  • trauma informed training

Timeline

Server and Host

Bordel
03.2022 - 01.2023

Teaching Artist

Awakenings
01.2020 - Current

Server and Backserver

Tiedhouse
08.2019 - 03.2020

Server

Native Foods Cafe
08.2016 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

Columbia College Chicago
Gillian Marwood