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JESSICA KOCHER

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Experienced Bay Host with background in providing top-notch customer service in busy environments. Strengths include effective communication, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage time efficiently. Demonstrated impact in previous roles by enhancing guest satisfaction through proactive service delivery and quick response to inquiries or issues. Possess strong knowledge of safety procedures, cleanliness standards and operational policies related to hospitality industry.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bayhost/Event Ambassador

TopGolf
Virginia Beach, Virginia
05.2023 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
  • Coordinated meetings and events including scheduling conference rooms, catering services.
  • Greeted guests and provided general information about the event.
  • Provided directions to various areas of the venue.
  • Monitored crowd flow in order to ensure safety and security of all guests.
  • Managed guest inquiries, complaints, and requests during events.
  • Maintained a professional attitude while interacting with guests, staff, and vendors.

Server, Hostess, and Carryout Specialist

The Dirty Buffalo
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2020 - 03.2023

Server:

  • Primarily responsible for serving tables.
  • Informed guests about daily specials and promotions.
  • Took orders and entered into POS system.

Carryout specialist:

  • Answered phone calls for To-Go orders and other customer concerns.
  • Double checked customer orders to ensure accuracy.

Hostess:

  • Greeted and sat guests quick and efficiently.
  • Handled reservations.

Server

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2021 - 09.2022
  • Primarily responsible for serving tables.
  • Suggested daily/ weekly food and drink specials.
  • Took orders and entered into POS system.
  • Performed opening, closing and shift change duties.

Hostess

Macaroni Grill
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Primarily responsible for greeting and seating guests.
  • Cleared and prepared tables for incoming guests.
  • Trained new employees on Host duties.
  • Assisted with To-Go Orders and handled reservations.

Barista

Dunkin' Brands
Virginia Beach, VA
04.2019 - 06.2019
  • Primarily responsible for taking orders and making drinks.
  • Welcomed guests and advised of specials or new items.
  • Took orders from Drive Thru and Main Lobby.
  • Prepared and served specialty coffee and tea beverages.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Kempsville High School
Virginia Beach, VA
06.2021

No Degree - Criminal Justice

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

Skills

  • Food safety knowledge
  • Safe alcohol service
  • Event Planning
  • Customer Service
  • Guest service
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • POS System Operation
  • Great eye for detail
  • Data entry experience
  • Strong listening talents
  • Microsoft Office expertise

Additional Information

  • EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES :
  • Girl Scouts (2008 – 2018)
  • Gymnastics (2012 –2020)
  • National Junior Honor Society (2016)
  • Diving (2017 - 2019) (State qualifier both years)
  • Alpha Xi Delta sorority (2022-current)

Certification

  • ServSafe

Affiliations

  • Held two executive board positions in Alpha Xi Delta; Panhellenic Delegate & Membership Vice President
  • Vice President of honor society, Order of Omega

Timeline

Bayhost/Event Ambassador

TopGolf
05.2023 - Current

Server

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza
05.2021 - 09.2022

Server, Hostess, and Carryout Specialist

The Dirty Buffalo
05.2020 - 03.2023

Hostess

Macaroni Grill
08.2019 - 03.2020

Barista

Dunkin' Brands
04.2019 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Old Dominion University

High School Diploma -

Kempsville High School

No Degree - Criminal Justice

East Carolina University
JESSICA KOCHER