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JOANNA GONZALES

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Motivated Server with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Banquet Server

Create Hospitality
09.2022 - Current


  • Carried out professional service, retaining polite and friendly approach at all times.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Arranged food, utensils and condiments on trays to serve meals with necessary items.
  • Maintained event cleanliness during service by promptly clearing dishes after each course.
  • Performed opening and closing duties for banquet hall, following checklist to restock supplies and clean up all service areas.

Product Packager

Viscous
08.2021 - Current
  • Reviewed orders by inspecting labeling, packaging, and contents.
  • Operated and maintained packaging equipment with focus on safety and productivity.
  • Followed packing processes to increase speed and accuracy.
  • Coordinated with team members to manage and prioritize high-volume workload.
  • Completed all orders within established time frames to support timely deliveries.

Server

Yard House Restaurant. (LA LIVE)
02.2014 - 02.2020
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.


Server

Darden Restaurants-Red Lobster
08.2010 - 05.2013
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Acting

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05.2013

Skills

  • Food Handling
  • Food Service
  • Dining Area Maintenance
  • Guest Needs Analysis

Timeline

Banquet Server

Create Hospitality
09.2022 - Current

Product Packager

Viscous
08.2021 - Current

Server

Yard House Restaurant. (LA LIVE)
02.2014 - 02.2020

Server

Darden Restaurants-Red Lobster
08.2010 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Acting

Texas State University
JOANNA GONZALES