Jayquan Smith
Queens,NY
Summary
Friendly and dependable hospitality professional with a strong foundation in customer-facing roles including host and server support. Focused on creating a welcoming atmosphere, resolving guest issues promptly, and contributing to a smooth front-of-house operation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Halal Bros Grill
12.2023 - 09.2025
- Supervised daily front- and back-of-house operations to ensure smooth and efficient service.
- Assisted with inventory management, vendor orders, and restocking to control food and supply costs.
- Monitored employee performance and provided coaching to improve service and teamwork.
- Supported hiring process, including interviewing and onboarding new staff.
Line Cook
West Bar and Lounge
02.2021 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes.
- Learned operation of kitchen equipment under supervision for safe usage.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
Host
Applebee's Bar and Grill
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Greeted and seated guests promptly, ensuring welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed reservation system efficiently, optimizing table turnover rates.
- Coordinated with kitchen and service staff to streamline guest experience.
- Assisted in training new hosts on customer service protocols and operational flow.
Education
No Degree - Hospitality Management
Metropolitan College of New York
Manhattan, NYSkills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Cooking Techniques
- Order Accuracy
- Time management
- Decision-making
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Halal Bros Grill
12.2023 - 09.2025
Line Cook
West Bar and Lounge
02.2021 - 12.2023
Host
Applebee's Bar and Grill
04.2020 - 01.2021
No Degree - Hospitality Management
Metropolitan College of New York
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