Jessica King
Siesta Key Oyster Bar
Sarasota,FL
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Adaptable and efficient worker with extensive experience in fast-paced environments. Known for strong time management and attention to detail, ready to apply skills to improve operational efficiency, precision, and customer satisfaction.
Work History
Host/Food Expeditor
1 Year 7 Months- Greeted and seated guests, generating a positive first impression
- Managed waitlist and assigned tables to optimize seating, minimize wait times, and ensure operations ran smoothly
- Communicated with servers and handled guest accomodations and concerns to maintain a peaceful environment
- Trained new hosts on procedures and service standards
- Coordinated communication between kitchen and servers to ensure correct and timely food delivery
- Monitored dish presentation to maintain quality and ensure every dish left with correct sauces and toppings
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen
- Communicated with food runners to ensure correct and smooth food delivery
- Assisted in preparation of sauces, garnishes, and ingredients to ensure the kitchen remained fully stocked
Food Runner/Food Expeditor
8 Months- Delivered food orders efficiently to ensure timely service
- Maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of kitchen
- Coordinated communication with kitchen staff and servers to ensure precise and efficient food delivery
- Monitored dish presentation to maintain consistency and ensure every dish received proper garnish and sauces
- Assisted in preparation of garnishes and sauces to ensure the kitchen remained fully stocked
Counter Server
1 Year 1 Month- Greeted and assisted customers, ensuring exceptional customer service
- Operated point-of-sales systems efficiently, processing transactions accurately
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of counter area and dining area
- Handled all takeout orders, over-the-phone and through delivery apps, in a efficient manner
- Managed multiple tasks in high-volume environment
- Communicated with kitchen staff to ensure proper order preparation
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies
- Assisted in preparation of dishes sold at the counter
- Trained new hires on menu knowledge and service procedures
Education
GED
Associate of Arts - Pre-Law
Barbering License - Barbering
Skills
Customer service
Multitasking proficiency
Adaptability to change
Foreign language skills
Detail-oriented
POS software
First aid training
Teamwork and collaboration
Effective time management
Certification
- Licensed Barber
- HIV certification
- CPR certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Food Runner/Food Expeditor
The Cottage
02.2025 - 10.2025Read More
Host/Food Expeditor
Siesta Key Oyster Bar
11.2024 - CurrentRead More
Counter Server
Coppola Ristorante and Pizzeria
09.2023 - 10.2024Read More
State College of Florida
Associate of Arts from Pre-Law
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Governor Livingston High School
GED
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Manatee Technical College
Barbering License from Barbering
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