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Haralabia Koutsis

Palm Harbor,FL

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills, honed at HMSHost. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences through effective multitasking and relationship management. Adept in POS operations and food safety practices, consistently delivering high-quality service in fast-paced environments.

Work History

Server Bartender

HMSHost
Tampa International Airport
2017 - 2026
  • Provided exceptional customer service to enhance dining experiences.
  • Assisted with food and beverage service, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas, adhering to safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and efficiency during peak hours.
  • Adapted quickly to menu changes and special requests from patrons.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.

Server

Yiayia's Breakfast
Chicago, IL
2015 - 2017
  • Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely order delivery.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
  • Assisted in training new servers on menu offerings and service standards.

Owner

Bolero Cafe Bar
Zakynthos Greece
1999 - 2011

Sports bar touristic seasonal

Education

High School Diploma -

Mouzaki
Zakynthos Greece

Skills

Strong work ethic

Exceptional customer service

Cash handling

Guest engagement

Hospitality service expertise

Customer service

Cleanliness standards

Safe food handling

Menu memorization

Food running

High volume dining

Sales expertise

Order accuracy

Supply restocking

Food safety practices

Table bussing

Suggestive selling

Guest relations management

Dining area maintenance

Relationship management

Order management

Beverage preparation

Inventory management

Task prioritization

Food sales and promotion

Guest seating

Table setting

Item promotion

Table setting knowledge

Ordering procedures

Menu presentation

Daily specials memorization

Food and beverage pairings

Food delivery

Banquet coordination

Multitasking and organization

Food safety

Shift management

Positive and professional

Point of sale (POS) system operations

Table resetting

Dining customer service

Team member support

Liquor, wine, and food service

Team player

Reliable and responsible

Warm and friendly

Adaptable and flexible

Multitasking

Multitasking Abilities

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Cool under pressure

Excellent communication

Timeline

Server Bartender

HMSHost
2017 - 2026

Server

Yiayia's Breakfast
2015 - 2017

Owner

Bolero Cafe Bar
1999 - 2011

High School Diploma -

Mouzaki
Haralabia Koutsis