Experienced restaurant industry professional with over 15 years of dedicated service, specializing in high-volume environments. I'm super confident I would be a great fit for your team :)
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
Mix and Shoot
05.2021 - Current
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Assisting event organizers with setup and breakdown of events, including arranging chairs, tables, and bar equipment.
Ability to multitask efficiently throughout a shifts.
Ability to interact with patrons in a friendly and professional manner.
Delivered excellent customer service by greeting and serving customers in a timely and friendly manner.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment.
Maintained a clean and organized work station throughout the duration of the shift.
Showed knowledge of all menu items and beverage offerings.
Accurately recorded orders on POS system and cashed out customers after each meal.
Server
1905 Jazz Club
02.2019 - 03.2020
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
Hostess
Great Notion Brewery
05.2018 - 02.2019
Greeted guests as they arrived, seating them at an appropriate table and providing menus.
Assisted in keeping the restaurant clean and organized, including setting and clearing tables.
Ensured customers received friendly and prompt service, and their needs were met.
Handled payments, cash handling, and balancing of the register.
Managed the phone system, accurately taking orders and relaying messages to management.
Server
Chaang Thai Restaurant
05.2010 - 05.2012
Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Design
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
05.2012
Skills
Spanish proficiency
Time management
Communication
Creativity
Knowledgeable in wine and beer tastings
Familiarity with state and federal regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages
Ability to multitask efficiently
Ability to interact with patrons in a friendly and professional manner