Customer-savvy maître d' accustomed to demanding work with little downtime. Dedicated team player with demonstrated training and problem-solving abilities. Excellent interpersonal and time management skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Administrative Assistant
Magnyfy
08.2010 - Current
Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Organized and updated schedules for executives.
Used software to coordinate meetings, appointments and tasks senior executives.
Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
Coordinated and booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation and prepared itinerary to facilitate successful trips.
Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
Gathered documents, data and formulated analytics to prepare issues for discussion and reports for review.
Wrote and enforced administrative procedure plans to reduce errors and prevent process delays.
Trained junior office staff in correct procedures and reporting requirements.
Transcribed minutes of meetings and executed meetings and events for company to support sales, business development and senior management teams.
Front of House Team Member
Bb’s Restaurant And Bar
06.2022 - 12.2022
Established welcoming atmosphere by greeting each guest warmly.
Trained new staff in front-of-house procedures, customer relations and cleaning.
Prepared tables by laying out napkins and utensils, refilling condiments and performing other preliminary tasks.
Scheduled numerous reservations and managed seating arrangements simultaneously in high-traffic fine dining restaurant while maintaining calm, professional demeanor.
Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders.
Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
Stayed ready for quick turnovers by pre-bussing tables.
Kept hostess station neat and clean with well-stocked supplies.
Checked entryway regularly and handled needs such as window cleaning and trash removal.
Serviced bathroom by cleaning surfaces and replacing soap.
Observed diners to respond to additional requests and determine when meal completed.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests or dietary restrictions.
Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
Documented reservations, alerted servers and managers of large groups and prepared seating.
Recorded available tables after seating each party using specialized seating software.
Assisted FOH and BOH staff with preparing for events to coordinate smooth execution to maximize guest satisfaction.
Maintained highly loyal clientele by delivering unparalleled service at every stage of restaurant dining experience.
Maintained customer satisfaction and increased drink sales by directing customers to bar area while waiting for tables.
Server
Salsas Mexican Cuisine & Cantina
11.2021 - 03.2022
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
Mixed both standard and specialized drink orders using liquor, bitters, sugars and fruits.
Moved and set up seating, prepared extra place settings prior to arrival of large groups.
Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
Salon Receptionist
Blo Blow Dry Bar
09.2021 - 03.2022
Developed relationships with guests to meet client needs and encourage repeat service.
Learned details of types of treatments and procedures in order to answer questions from spa guests.
Consistently kept reception area clean and tidy and maintained presence at desk area.
Communicated with salon team members if clients canceled or changed appointment times.
Practiced safety procedures by implementing policies to keep clients and staff safe from potential hazards.
Introduced new beauty products to consumers by informing clients about use and benefits.
Achieved specified sales targets by promoting special treatments, additional services, and products.
Trained new hires on new appointment scheduling, opening, closing duties and generating and balancing daily revenue reports.
Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
Answered questions and addressed, resolved or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
Balanced employee availability, customer schedules and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.
Collected and distributed messages to team members and managers to support open communication and high customer service.
Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay.
Managed multi-line phone system directing individuals to desired personnel and providing general information about operations.
Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
Education
Insurance Adjuster License - Insurance And Risk Management
AdjusterPro
Online
03.2023
Certificate of Completion - Computer Science And Programming
Georgia Tech Coding Bootcamp
Atlanta, GA
04.2018
Skills
Bookkeeping and Basic Accounting
Invoice Preparation
Data Research and Compilation
Facility Workflow
Order Accuracy and Delivery
Customer Service and Rapport
High-Volume Dining
Specials Promotion and Upselling
Adaptable and Flexible
Quality Assessment
Attentive Service
Operational Efficiency
Customer Engagement
Timeline
Front of House Team Member
Bb’s Restaurant And Bar
06.2022 - 12.2022
Server
Salsas Mexican Cuisine & Cantina
11.2021 - 03.2022
Salon Receptionist
Blo Blow Dry Bar
09.2021 - 03.2022
Executive Administrative Assistant
Magnyfy
08.2010 - Current
Insurance Adjuster License - Insurance And Risk Management
AdjusterPro
Certificate of Completion - Computer Science And Programming