Jing Lin
Syosset,NY
Summary
With over ten years of experience working in different restaurant environments, both in the front and kitchen, bring skills in order management, payment processing, and upselling. Stay current on menu items and consistently offer targeted recommendations to meet individual customer needs. Knowledgeable about handling special dietary requirements and general food safety standards.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a food service position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
LD & CJ Kumo
01.2021 - Current
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with the POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep the dining room and work areas clean.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, help with kitchen side work, and delivery bags.
Crew Kitchen Staff Member
Lucky Poke Inc
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when the kitchen staff were busy.
- Transported food items from storage areas to the kitchen for preparation.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment, and utensils.
Host
Tokyo Inc
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Worked with front-of-house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Monitored seating areas and checked restrooms regularly to keep them spotless.
- Assisted customers with delivering orders, carrying additional trays and helping dish out items.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer with correct money values and accurate documentation.
Crew-member
Tj Hibachi & Sushi
12.2011 - 11.2018
- Worked at the front desk, prepared a salad bar, and collected payment.
- Keep the food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Maintained high-quality food preparation standards, adhering to company guidelines for safety and cleanliness.
- Collaborated with fellow crew members for seamless shift transitions, ensuring smooth operations throughout the day.
- Operated a cash register to ring up the final bill and process various forms of payment.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment with diligent attention to details while assembling meals.
- Prepare customers' take-out orders in secure bags with appropriate amounts of condiments, silverware, and napkins.
- Replaced serving stations with napkins, set up cutlery, and cleaned up spills.
Education
Associate Degree in Accounting - Accounting
Long Island Business Institute - Flushing
Flushing, NY09.2023
Skills
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash Handling
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Running
- Supply Restocking
- Dining area maintenance
- Order delivery practices
- Team Player
Timeline
Crew Kitchen Staff Member
Lucky Poke Inc
04.2021 - 12.2021
Server
LD & CJ Kumo
01.2021 - Current
Host
Tokyo Inc
01.2019 - 03.2020
Crew-member
Tj Hibachi & Sushi
12.2011 - 11.2018
Associate Degree in Accounting - Accounting
Long Island Business Institute - Flushing
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