Jessica Vostinar
PARIS,TN
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with the desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Carmelita's
Paris, 38242
05.2026 - Current
- Delivered friendly and efficient service to customers, enhancing their dining experience at a busy diner.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service flow.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
Server
AC’s Diner
Paris, 38242
03.2025 - 05.2026
- Delivered friendly, efficient service to enhance customer experience in a busy diner.
- Processed customer orders accurately and promptly to ensure satisfaction and timely service.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of dining area and tables to create a welcoming environment.
- Managed cash register and processed customer payments accurately.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items and daily specials for informed recommendations.
- Set up dining areas and ensured proper table settings before service began.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly while maintaining a positive atmosphere.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Assisted in training new servers.
Server
Tom’s
Paris, Tennessee
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Set up dining areas and ensured proper table settings before service began.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Cashier
Lowes Home Improvment
Paris, Tennessee
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently at point of sale.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and recommendations during checkout.
- Maintained a clean and organized checkout area for optimal customer experience.
Front Desk Receptionist
Hampton Inn By Hilton
Paris, Tennessee
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Greeted guests warmly and assisted with check-in and check-out processes.
- Managed phone inquiries, providing information about hotel services and amenities.
- Coordinated reservations using property management systems effectively.
- Collaborated with housekeeping staff to ensure room readiness for guests.
- Assisted in processing payments and managing billing inquiries efficiently.
- Provided local area recommendations, enhancing guest engagement and enjoyment.
- Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
- Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of customer information.
- Handled payment processing and provided customers with receipts and proper bills and change.
- Explained policies and procedures to visitors.
- Completed basic bookkeeping and document filing.
- Prepared daily shift close reports and balanced cash register to accurately reflect transactions.
Co owner/Manager
Sandy’s Saloon
Cottage Grove, TN
02.2006 - 05.2022
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Oversaw inventory management and ensured stock availability.
- Trained new employees on service standards and bar procedures.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards consistently.
- Coordinated events and special promotions to attract new patrons.
- Managed day-to-day business operations including staffing, inventory management, budgeting, accounting, and payroll processing.
Education
Centerline High School
Center Line, MISkills
- Customer service
- Order processing
- Cash handling
- POS operation
- Menu knowledge
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Training support
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Suggestive selling
- Menu presentation
- Take-out service
- Food running
- Beverage preparation
- Food station setup
- Multitasking and organization
- Dietary restrictions knowledge
- Food safety oversight
Timeline
Server
Carmelita's
05.2026 - Current
Server
AC’s Diner
03.2025 - 05.2026
Server
Tom’s
06.2024 - 02.2025
Cashier
Lowes Home Improvment
10.2023 - 07.2024
Front Desk Receptionist
Hampton Inn By Hilton
06.2022 - 06.2023
Co owner/Manager
Sandy’s Saloon
02.2006 - 05.2022
Centerline High School