- Guitar Theory and Music
- Live Performances
- Outdoor Recreation, Camping and Hiking
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
JOHN SWIFT
Medford
Summary
Developed strong customer service and communication skills in high-paced restaurant environment, handling diverse customer needs and resolving conflicts efficiently. Adept in time management and multitasking, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. Seeking to transition these skills into new field, focusing on delivering high-quality service and fostering positive interactions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Server
Zinc Cafe
06.2018 - Current
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment for guest comfort and enjoyment.
- Contributed to team success by assisting fellow servers during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Boosted overall sales by confidently recommending daily specials and upselling menu items.
- Managed cash transactions accurately with attention to detail, minimizing discrepancies in daily reports.
- Trained new hires on restaurant policies, procedures, and exceptional customer service standards.
Landscaper
Self-employeed
05.2017 - 09.2024
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
Guitar Instructor
Medford School Of Music / Private Instruction
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels.
- Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level.
- Developed strong communication skills by effectively interacting with diverse student populations, fellow faculty members, and administrators.
- Established strong rapport with parents, keeping them informed about student progress and collaborating on strategies to support continued growth at home.
- Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
Education
Liberal Arts
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PAHigh School Diploma -
Shawnee High School
Medford, NJ06-2018
Skills
- Customer satisfaction
- Organization
- Detail-oriented
- Guest service
- Exceptional communication
- Strong work ethic
- Memory retention
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Quality control
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- Delta Pi Fraternity
Interests
Timeline
Restaurant Server
Zinc Cafe
06.2018 - Current
Landscaper
Self-employeed
05.2017 - 09.2024
Guitar Instructor
Medford School Of Music / Private Instruction
01.2017 - 08.2018
Liberal Arts
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Shawnee High School
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