JAMES HOLLOWAY
New York,NY
Summary
Hardworking professional offers hospitality experience and enthusiasm for helping others. Familiar with organizing seating for individuals or parties to maximize guest satisfaction. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments to handle demanding workload.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Host
Dear Irving (On Hudson)
New York, New York
06.2026 - Current
- Managed reservations and waitlists with OpenTable-style seating systems to optimize guest flow.
- Coordinated table assignments among servers, bartenders, and management to enhance service efficiency.
- Greeted and processed guests at Dear Irving (Hudson), ensuring a positive dining experience.
Wine Associate/Host
City Winery
New York, New York
11.2023 - 06.2026
- Shared detailed wine information and assessed taste preferences to tailor recommendations.
- Facilitated product tastings to engage customers and enhance their shopping experience. to ensure satisfaction.
- Greeted customers promptly while they browsed the wine selections.
Sales Associate
Cure Thrift Store
New York, NY
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Guided customers in selecting clothing options that complemented their style and occasion.
- Stocked racks with seasonal clothing from the store inventory in a neat and tidy manner.
- Ensured a friendly atmosphere by greeting customers and assisting them with their needs.
Sales Associate
Trader Joe's
New York, NY
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with sales floor managers to address customer inquiries effectively.
- Designed and arranged product displays to enhance store aesthetics., managed orders, and organized coffee & tea section inventory.
- Greeted customers upon arrival at the store.
Warehouse worker
Diana Vreeland - Warehouse
New York, NY
03.2016 - 08.2016
- Managed product deliveries from manufacturing facilities, ensuring accurate storage to facilitate efficient order fulfillment.
- Selected packing materials and containers, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines to protect product integrity.
- Entered all information on delivery and shipment records into the database.
Education
General Educational Development Certificate -
The City College of New York
New York, NYSkills
- Adaptable team player
- Guest engagement techniques
- Effective multitasking
- Fast-paced adaptability
- Diverse teamwork
- Customer interaction strategies
Timeline
Host
Dear Irving (On Hudson)
06.2026 - Current
Wine Associate/Host
City Winery
11.2023 - 06.2026
Sales Associate
Cure Thrift Store
10.2022 - 09.2023
Sales Associate
Trader Joe's
12.2019 - 10.2021
Warehouse worker
Diana Vreeland - Warehouse
03.2016 - 08.2016
General Educational Development Certificate -
The City College of New York