Kaitlin Kim
Woodside,NY
Summary
I’m a motivated and positive person with experience as both a host and a busser. Working in fast-paced environments has made me skilled in multitasking, keeping tables clear, floors clean, and making sure everything is stocked and running smoothly. It is important to me to make customers happy and give them the best attention. I’m good at managing seating, keeping the dining flow moving, and making sure customers leave satisfied. I’m always eager to learn, grow, and become the best I can be for your business.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Busser
The Blue Dog
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Cleared tables and prepared dining areas for new guests.
- Assisted servers by delivering food and drinks promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of utensils and glassware throughout shifts.
- Restocked supplies like napkins, silverware, and condiments as needed.
- Swept and mopped front-of-house and back-of-house floors.
- Carried food, dishes, trays, or silverware from kitchens to serving counters.
Hostess
Ammos Estiatorio
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Greet everyone with a friendly smile and made sure to make guests feel comfortable
- Updating reservations and walk-ins into the system accurately, and ensuring all details are correct
- Show guests to their table, considering their preferences and the flow of the restaurant
- Answer any type of questions guests may have and resolve their issues they might have during their visit
- Answer phone calls promptly, assisting with reservations requests, party requests, and any changes or cancelations
- Manage seatings based on how busy the restaurant is in order to reduce wait times
Hostess
The Bar Room
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Warmly greeted guests as they arrived and promptly seated them
- Checked reservations and wait times with customer to ensure accuracy
- Prepared tables with clean tablecloths, napkins, and tableware for incoming guests
- Provided menus and answered any questions about menu items
- Managed the waiting list to ensure timely seating for all parties
- Answered phone calls to provide dining information and make reservations
Education
Bachelor of Business -
Baruch College
New York (City), NYSkills
- Customer service
- Guest seating
- Reservations management
- Menu memorization
- Team collaboration
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Efficient table clearing
- Multitasking and organization
- Dining room maintenance
- Server support
Languages
English & Spanish
Timeline
Busser
The Blue Dog
07.2025 - 10.2025
Hostess
Ammos Estiatorio
08.2024 - 12.2024
Hostess
The Bar Room
06.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Business -
Baruch College