Jose Rivera
Ridgefield,NJ
Summary
Professional hospitality worker, ready to excel in fast-paced environment. Proven track record in ensuring exceptional customer service and satisfaction. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, consistently meeting changing needs. Skilled in managing multiple tasks, handling customer inquiries, and maintaining clean and organized workspace. Reliable and results-driven, with positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Elia Mediterranean
02.2018 - 07.2024
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
Server Manager
Greek Taverna
03.2012 - 01.2018
- Welcomed and greeted guests before presenting special menu items to clients.
- Led team of servers to consistently meet customer service and sales targets.
- Completed daily procedure checklist and communicated changes to servers and kitchen staff.
- Trained servers on order management, food service quality and how to build rapport with guests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Royal Palm Beach High School
Palm Beach, FL06.2006
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash Handling
- Guest Engagement
- Professional Appearance
- Safe Food Handling
- Menu Memorization
- High-volume dining
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Server
Elia Mediterranean
02.2018 - 07.2024
Server Manager
Greek Taverna
03.2012 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Royal Palm Beach High School
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