Hannah Sherrill
Summary
Proven hospitality professional with extensive experience across roles at establishments like Cactus Cantina and Half Shell Oyster House. Excelled in enhancing dining experiences through expert menu knowledge and allergy-safe recommendations. Demonstrated ability in high-volume settings, mastering both the art of drink preparation and efficient, quality-focused food service. Skilled in team support and cash handling, consistently prioritizing guest satisfaction and safety.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Half Shell Oyster House
11.2024 - Current
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Bartender
Hoover Country Club
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Was trained on proper drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Server
Cactus Cantina
12.2019 - 09.2024
- As a hostess at this job I worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests and monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- As a busser at this job I organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
- As a server I worked with POS systems to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items as well as greeting new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
Cook Shift Leader
Lauria's by the Beach
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Coastal Alabama Community College
Gulf Shores, AL12-2023
Skills
- Daily specials memorization
- Team Member Support
- Cash handling
- Hostess support
- Food sales and promotion
- Dish preparation
- Food and beverage pairings
- High volume dining
- Toast and similar POS system experience
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint certified
Timeline
Server
Half Shell Oyster House
11.2024 - Current
Bartender
Hoover Country Club
04.2024 - 10.2024
Cook Shift Leader
Lauria's by the Beach
10.2023 - 04.2024
Server
Cactus Cantina
12.2019 - 09.2024
Associate of Science - General Studies
Coastal Alabama Community College
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