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Joel Newton

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Sociable Server skilled at operating in fast-paced environments with demanding objectives for sales, service and quality. Enthusiastic team player successful at multitasking and delivering friendly, prompt service to all customers. Well-versed in maintaining clean and orderly tables, making personalized menu recommendations and managing closing duties such as reconciling cash drawers and restocking items to prepare for following shift.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Food Runner

Primrose at Park MGM
Las Vegas, Nevada
04.2025 - Current
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.

Server

Olive Garden
Las Vegas, NV
04.2022 - Current
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.

Server

Virgil's Real BBQ
Las Vegas, NV
11.2021 - 04.2022
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Increased beverage sales with food and drink pairing suggestions to suit unique customer preferences.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.

Server

Public School 702
Las Vegas, NV
11.2018 - 01.2021
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.

Food Runner/Barback

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Summerlin
Las Vegas, NV
02.2017 - 11.2018
  • Gained broad base knowledge in restaurant operations, both front-of-house and back-of-house.
  • Completed final preparations of dishes and quickly delivered items to customers.
  • Relayed orders and special requests to cooks.
  • Responded quickly to customer concerns and escalated major issues to management.
  • Removed, washed and polished empty glasses, took plates to kitchen and discarded trash.
  • Maintained spotless, well-stocked bar organized and ready for customer demands.
  • Replenished bar glasses, garnishes and condiments.

Server/Cashier

Farmer Boys
Las Vegas, NV
12.2015 - 10.2016

Assisted guests with making menu choices in an informative and helpful fashion.Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.Delivered exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in a timely, friendly manner.Appropriately suggested additional items to customers to increase restaurant sales.Effectively communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.Regularly checked on guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and beverages.Skillfully anticipated and addressed guests' service needs.Delivered exceptional, friendly and fast service.

Sales Associate

Robert Wayne Footwear
Las Vegas, NV
02.2016 - 08.2016
Described use and operation of merchandise to customers. Received and processed cash and credit payments for in-store purchases. Exceeded targeted sales goals by 24%.Placed special merchandise orders for customers. Shared product knowledge with customers while making personal recommendations. Demonstrated that customers come first by serving them with a sense of urgency. Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions. Worked as a team member to provide the highest level of service to customers.

Server/Busser

Stacks & Yolks
Las Vegas, NV
02.2015 - 08.2015

Assisted guests with making menu choices in an informative and helpful fashion. Delivered exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in a timely, friendly manner. Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.

Education

Associate of Science - Health Sciences

College of Southern Nevada

High School Diploma -

Desert Oasis High School
2015

Skills

  • Highly responsible and reliable
  • Works well under pressure
  • Upbeat, outgoing and positive
  • Master of sales techniques
  • Fast Learner
  • Extensive hospitality background
  • Nevada Food Handlers card
  • TAM Card
  • Food safety understanding
  • Determined & Motivated to keep the customer happy

Timeline

Server/Food Runner

Primrose at Park MGM
04.2025 - Current

Server

Olive Garden
04.2022 - Current

Server

Virgil's Real BBQ
11.2021 - 04.2022

Server

Public School 702
11.2018 - 01.2021

Food Runner/Barback

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Summerlin
02.2017 - 11.2018

Sales Associate

Robert Wayne Footwear
02.2016 - 08.2016

Server/Cashier

Farmer Boys
12.2015 - 10.2016

Server/Busser

Stacks & Yolks
02.2015 - 08.2015

Associate of Science - Health Sciences

College of Southern Nevada

High School Diploma -

Desert Oasis High School
Joel Newton
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