Self-Motivated and reliable individual looking for a position that will enable me to utilize and expand upon related education, experiences, capabilities, and administrative skills to benefit mutual growth and success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Waitress & Trainer
Twin Peaks
11.2021 - Current
Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
Demonstrated strong knowledge of food and beverage service standards and led by example to instill in new servers.
Instructed servers on proper techniques for taking orders, serving food and providing customer service.
Taught servers to memorize menu ingredients and provide information on preparation methods.
Established and maintained positive relationships with trainees to drive successful learning outcomes.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Hostess and Waitress
IHOP
11.2018 - 11.2021
Served as a hostess and waitress
Greeted customers, took orders, served food, handled payments, and ensured customer satisfaction.
Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Waitress
El Sombrero Mexican Restaurant
03.2021 - 06.2021
Serves as a waitress and customer service employee
Responsible for opening and closing the restaurant
Greets customers, takes orders, prepares food, and ensures customer satisfaction.
Customer Service
Fazoli's
01.2021 - 03.2021
Served as a customer service employee
Responsible for taking orders, operating the POS system, handling payments, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Hostess, Waitress, and Assistant Manager
Cain's Dairy Barn
08.2017 - 07.2020
Served as the Assistant Manager
Managed staff, enforced policies and procedures, ensured compliance with regulations, completed paperwork, and provided excellent customer service.
Education
Certified Nursing Aide - Medical
Augusta Technical Community College
Augusta, GA
07.2023
High School Diploma -
Southeast Bulloch Highschool
Brooklet, GA
05.2021
Skills
Infection Control
Patient Relations
Light Housekeeping
Supply Restocking
Patient Assessments
Mobility Assistance
Quality Assurance
Vital Sign Monitoring
Patient Feeding
HIPAA
Patient Relationship Building
Direct Patient Care
Recording Vital Signs
Patient-Focused Care
Primary Skills
Strong skills in time management, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.
Confident, articulate, and professional speaking abilities.
Able to handle challenges, with a proven history of increased productivity.
Independent and solid team member with excellent customer service abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Exemplary leadership skills; able to delegate tasks and make sound decisions quickly while maintaining a focus on the bottom line.
Exceptional problem-solving skills.
Volunteer Experience
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), Chapter Secretary, Organized and handled paperwork, tracked membership, participated in volunteer opportunities and competitive events.
Client Service Coordinator at BluePearl Speciality & Emergency Animal HospitalClient Service Coordinator at BluePearl Speciality & Emergency Animal Hospital