Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Kassem Hawili

New York,NY

Summary

Hospitality professional with 3+ years of experience in high-volume New York City restaurants, progressing from host to busser to server. Skilled in guest relations, team coordination, and supporting daily restaurant operations including staff training and inventory assistance. Known for strong communication, attention to detail, and maintaining excellent guest experiences in fast-paced environments. Seeking to advance into a Restaurant Supervisor position to contribute leadership and operational support

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Leadership Contributions

The Restaurant at Gilder
New York, NY
2026 - Current
  • Trained new team members on restaurant service standards.
  • Assisted management with inventory organization and stock tracking.
  • Supported coordination between front-of-house staff and kitchen teams during high-volume service.

Server

The Restaurant at Gilder
New York, NY
06.2025 - Current

• Deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced upscale dining environment.

• Train and support new team members on service standards and restaurant procedures.

• Assist management with inventory organization and stock tracking.

• Coordinate with hosts, runners, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service flow.

• Maintain strong knowledge of menu items, specials, and beverage pairings.

• Resolve guest concerns professionally to ensure excellent dining experiences.

• Promote menu items, desserts, and beverages to enhance guest experience and sales.

Busser

The Restaurant at Gilder
New York, NY
05.2024 - 06.2025
  • Supported servers and management to maintain efficient dining room operations.
  • Quickly reset tables and service areas to maintain guest flow during peak hours.
  • Communicated with kitchen and service staff to ensure timely food delivery.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of service stations and dining areas.

Host

The Restaurant at Gilder
New York, NY
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Managed reservations, waitlists, and guest flow during busy service periods.
  • Coordinated with servers and management to optimize table seating.
  • Assisted guests with special requests and resolved seating concerns.
  • Supported front-of-house operations to ensure smooth service.

Host

The Mansion Restaurant
New York, NY
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Greeted guests and managed reservations to ensure efficient seating.
  • Coordinated large party reservations and special events.
  • Communicated with servers and management to maintain smooth dining room operations.
  • Assisted with event preparation and dining room readiness.

Education

Associate Degree in Accounting -

LIU

Skills

  • Team leadership & coordination
  • Guest relations and conflict resolution
  • Staff training and onboarding
  • Inventory organization and stock control
  • Fine dining service standards
  • POS systems & payment processing
  • Reservation and table management
  • Menu knowledge and upselling
  • Time management and multitasking
  • Microsoft Excel & Word (inventory tracking and documentation)
  • Strong communication and teamwork

Accomplishments

    Hospitality Hero Award (2024)

Certification

NYC DOH Food Protection Certificate

Languages

English
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Arabic
Full Professional

Timeline

Server

The Restaurant at Gilder
06.2025 - Current

Busser

The Restaurant at Gilder
05.2024 - 06.2025

Host

The Restaurant at Gilder
04.2023 - 05.2024

Host

The Mansion Restaurant
01.2023 - 04.2023

Leadership Contributions

The Restaurant at Gilder
2026 - Current

Associate Degree in Accounting -

LIU