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Karen DeSimio-King

Ravenna

Summary

Experienced with greeting and seating guests efficiently, managing reservations, and providing welcoming environment. Utilizes strong communication skills to ensure smooth interactions and guest satisfaction. Knowledge of handling guest inquiries and resolving issues promptly to maintain positive dining experience.

Friendly and welcoming, with keen ability to create positive and inviting atmosphere. Possesses strong communication skills and knack for efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements. Dedicated to enhancing guest experiences and ensuring smooth operations.

Developed exceptional teamwork and organizational skills within bustling restaurant environment. Demonstrates ability to maintain cleanliness and efficiency, contributing to seamless dining experience. Looking to transition into new field, utilizing strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Experienced with maintaining clean and orderly environments. Utilizes effective cleaning techniques and tools to ensure spaces are sanitary. Knowledge of safety protocols and cleaning standards in custodial work.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Hostess

Guido's Pizza And Catering
05.2024 - 01.2025
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
  • Managed reservations effectively, accommodating special requests and ensuring accurate guest counts.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.

Cashier

Marcs Grocery
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.

Education

High School Diploma -

Westwood Preparatory Academy
Columbus, OH
06-2024

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Strong multitasking
  • Greeting guests
  • Active learning
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Cash handling
  • Personal presentation
  • Table bussing
  • Supply restocking
  • Menu memorization
  • Efficient seating
  • Menu board art
  • Floor plan organization

Timeline

Restaurant Hostess

Guido's Pizza And Catering
05.2024 - 01.2025

Cashier

Marcs Grocery
08.2023 - 01.2024

High School Diploma -

Westwood Preparatory Academy
Karen DeSimio-King