Haven Kirby
Homer,GA
Summary
Early-career server with experience supporting busy dining rooms through accurate order entry, POS transactions, and attentive guest service. Skilled in communicating with kitchen staff, handling special requests, and maintaining food safety and cleanliness standards. Focused on creating a polished guest experience and keeping service running smoothly.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
IHOP
Athens, Georgia
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Delivered meals, refills, and condiments to tables promptly
- Checked on guests and addressed special requests throughout dining service
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to communicate orders and timing
- Entered food and beverage orders into point-of-sale system accurately
- Processed payments and prepared checks using restaurant payment systems
- Maintained clean tables, stations, and dining areas following IHOP standards
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
Server
Cracker Barrel Restaurant
Commerce, GA
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided attentive guest service to improve satisfaction.
- Followed up with guests regarding special requests and improved dining experience.
- Recorded customer orders accurately and quickly.
- Entered orders, split checks, and totaled tabs using POS terminals.
- Partnered with kitchen staff to communicate orders and timing updates.
- Kept tables, service stations, and dining areas clean to meet standards.
- Completed opening and closing duties, including dining room setup and supply restock.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to support sales.
- Checked identification to verify minimum age requirements for alcoholic beverage service.
Server
IHOP
Commerce, Georgia
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Entered food and beverage orders into point-of-sale system accurately
- Communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies and special requests to ensure safe dining experiences.
- Followed health and safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Restocked service areas with supplies to ensure readiness for peak business hours.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare the dining area for next customers.
- Implemented customer feedback to enhance service quality and refine menu offerings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cedar Shoals High School
Athens, GA05-2025
Skills
- Order fulfillment and cash management
- Food safety compliance
- Customer service and dining setup
- Shift operations
- Performance feedback integration
- Attention to detail and collaboration
- Teamwork
- Alcohol compliance
- Cleanliness standards
Timeline
Server
IHOP
06.2024 - 01.2025
Server
Cracker Barrel Restaurant
05.2023 - 03.2024
Server
IHOP
08.2022 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Cedar Shoals High School