Griffin Hughes
Chicago
Summary
Hardworking professional with proven communication and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling guest service with enthusiasm and attention to detail. In depth knowledge of restaurant operations such as food safety, cleanliness, and Point of Sale systems.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Server
Liva at Chicago Winery
Chicago
02.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Restaurant and on site winery
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Took customer orders and communicated special requests to kitchen staff.
- Managed dining area cleanliness and organization during busy shifts.
- Assisted with wine pairings and educated guests on menu items.
Server
Sunday's on the Bay
Hampton Bays
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: seafood restaurant
- Served food and beverages efficiently while maintaining a friendly demeanor.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
- Coordinated timely delivery of food orders to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Organized kitchen and dining area for efficient service operations.
Cashier/Host
Buffalo Wild Wings
Riverhead
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Company Overview: chain sports bar
- Managed cash register operations, ensuring smooth payment handling and customer service.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues to enhance overall dining experience.
- Operated point-of-sale systems effectively for order entry and payment processing.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Creative Writing, Fiction Concentration
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL, USA 09.2022 - 08.2025
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organization
- Seasoned team management skills
- Problem solving
- Comfortable in fast-paced environment
- Eager to learn
- Sales
- Marketing
- Food safety practices
- Guest seating
- Customer service
- BASSET certification
- Point-of-sale system
- Time management
Timeline
Server
Liva at Chicago Winery
02.2023 - Current
Bachelor's Degree - Creative Writing, Fiction Concentration
Columbia College Chicago
09.2022 - 08.2025
Cashier/Host
Buffalo Wild Wings
12.2020 - 08.2021
Server
Sunday's on the Bay
07.2018 - 08.2022
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