Kaelyn Spurlock
The Blue Fish Restaurant and Oyster Bar
Jacksonville
3
years of professional experience
Early-career server with experience in guest engagement, food running, and fast-paced dining service. Known for strong work ethic, accuracy, and smooth teamwork with kitchen and bar staff.
Work History
Server
1 Year 4 Months- Delivered attentive tableside service for seafood and oyster bar guests, ensuring timely order accuracy.
- Coordinated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth service during busy dining periods.
- Processed guest orders and payments through POS systems with accuracy and efficiency.
- Memorized menu items, daily specials, and oyster selections to answer guest questions confidently.
Server
7 Months- Resolved dining concerns promptly, maintaining professional service standards and positive guest experiences.
- Monitored table pacing and refilled beverages, silverware, and condiments to support efficient service flow.
- Suggested appetizers, beverages, and desserts to improve guest satisfaction and check totals.
- Followed food safety and allergy protocols while serving dishes and handling guest requests.
Host/Food Runner
6 Months- Greeted guests promptly and created welcoming first impressions for dining room arrivals.
- Managed reservations and waitlists using seating systems to optimize guest flow.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
- Trained new hosts on seating procedures, guest service standards, and reservation workflows.
- Verified plate presentation, portion accuracy, and special request completion before delivery.
- Managed multiple tickets simultaneously while maintaining speed and attention to detail.
Education
High School Diploma
- Honor Roll
- 3.7 GPA
- Theatre Actor and Backstage Production
Skills
Strong work ethic
Guest engagement
Cash handling
Professional appearance
Order delivery
Cleanliness standards
Timeline
Server
The Blue Fish Restaurant and Oyster Bar
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Server
Cedar Oak Cafe
04.2024 - 11.2024Read More
Host/Food Runner
Seagles
11.2023 - 05.2024Read More
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High School Diploma
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