KARISSA GARCIA
I San Diego,California
Summary
Highly ambitious and humble team member with background in food, hospitality, and sales. Professional, with strong leadership and relationship building skills. Responsible team member who thrives in fast paced environments and enjoys working as a team to achieve goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Fine Dining Server
Georges At The Cove
01.2023 - Current
- Learned and utilized extensive bar and wine knowledge to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Suggested wine pairings to go with specific menu items.
- Ran food from chefs to guest tables with dishes that required special serving techniques.
Lead server
Harney Sushi
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints and issues to increase satisfaction and establish trust.
Server
Cafe Sevilla
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Served guests efficiently and provided excellent service in a friendly and positive manner
- Appropriately suggested menu items to increase sales and customer experience
- Recommended different cocktails, beer, and wine options depending on customers palate
- Skillfully anticipated customer's needs and exceeded expectations
Cocktail server
Bang Bang
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Transition from restaurant server to cocktail server during fast paced hours
- Worked busy weekend shifts with ease and professionalism and consistently kept high sales
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Education
Business -
Major
San Diego Mesa College
Skills
- Sales Abilities
- Special Dietary Requirements
- High-Volume Dining
- Menu Memorization
Timeline
Fine Dining Server
Georges At The Cove
01.2023 - Current
Lead server
Harney Sushi
01.2022 - 06.2023
Server
Cafe Sevilla
08.2021 - 12.2022
Cocktail server
Bang Bang
03.2021 - 01.2022
Business -
Major
San Diego Mesa College
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