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Jessica Rakovic

Orlando

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Bartender

The Waterfront Brewery
01.2019 - 12.2024
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
  • Kept up with fast-paced environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders during peak hours.
  • Boosted repeat customer rates, remembered regular guests' preferences and greeted them by name.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.

Mate

Sunset Watersports - Key West Watersports
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Enhanced vessel safety by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining equipment to meet regulatory standards.

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  • Observed swimmers to quickly detect signs of distress and dangerous animal activity.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.

Associate

Banana Republic
02.2017 - 06.2018
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.

Associate

Athleta
01.2016 - 08.2016
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Enhanced visual merchandising displays by arranging products strategically, attracting more customers to the store.
  • Engaged with customers on sales floor, offering assistance and improving shopping experience.
  • Coordinated with stock team to expedite restocking of high-demand items.
  • Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and safeguarding against losses.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.

Educator

Lululemon
10.2015 - 01.2016
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
  • Increased sales revenue through effective product recommendations tailored to individual customers.
  • Contributed to loss prevention efforts by maintaining vigilant awareness of potential theft risks on the sales floor and reporting suspicious activities as required.
  • Participated in periodic inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
  • Utilized product knowledge to make recommendations, tailoring suggestions to customer needs.
  • Assisted in setting up promotional displays to attract customer attention and boost sales.
  • Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and safeguarding against losses.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily sales targets, contributing to overall store success.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Half Hollow Hills High School East
Dix Hills, NY
06-2013

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Guest engagement
  • Memory retention
  • Cleanliness standards
  • High volume dining
  • Team collaboration

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Server/Bartender

The Waterfront Brewery
01.2019 - 12.2024

Mate

Sunset Watersports - Key West Watersports
06.2018 - 01.2019

Associate

Banana Republic
02.2017 - 06.2018

Associate

Athleta
01.2016 - 08.2016

Educator

Lululemon
10.2015 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Half Hollow Hills High School East
Jessica Rakovic