Experienced server seeking a job in a high volume and friendly environment
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Home Slice Italian Pizzeria
07.2023 - 01.2024
High volume experience proudly serving fresh and local products
Assists guests in order selection by promoting specific menu items and specials
Engage in helping other team members; run food, bus tables, bartend and coordinate with kitchen for timely and accurate order preparation
Gained experience with event planning and catering events
Work with small staff and help make the overall business better with team work, input and ideas with management
Recognized as a lead server with responsibility for overseeing opening/closing duties and training and mentoring the front of house regarding job procedures.
Server
Texas Chili Parlor
12.2016 - 11.2021
Worked in a fast and intense environment waiting on 7-15 tables at a time
Consistently achieved the highest guest check averages among all servers through suggestive selling of the menu items
Frequently assisted other team members during rush periods to foster and promote teamwork while providing exceptional service
Worked in a friendly and professional manner under high levels of stress in a very busy work environment
Helped management with new menu ideas and overall improvements of making high volume shifts go more smoothly.
Server
Doc’s Motor works
05.2013 - 12.2016
Worked under high levels of stress in a fast-paced environment waiting on up to 100 patrons at a time
Collaborated in creating attractive front of house displays to market new products
Helped with leading the FOH team to efficient and consistent service daily by maintaining a positive attitude and a willingness to go beyond
Significantly increased guest check averages by promoting appetizers, specialty items and beer, wine and spirit selections
Worked at a local restaurant on South Congress with pride.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Retail Studies/Business
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
Skills
Over fifteen years of experience in the restaurant industry
Ability to organize and control the floor/bar while maintaining high standards of cleanliness
Strong knowledge in beer, spirits and wine beverages; mixing and serving
Excellence in communicating with co-workers and patrons
Great sense of humor, nice appearance, professional
Highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic
Passionate about high quality and proper presentation of products