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Katelyn Manrique

Garland,TX

Summary

One day, I hope to open my own coffee shop, a place where people can feel welcomed, encouraged, and uplifted. As I grow in my relationship with God, I’ve felt more confident in pursuing my dreams and trusting the path He’s leading me on. Working at the coffee bar at my church has been one of my favorite experiences because it lets me serve others while doing something I love. Through that experience, I’ve learned new skills, met amazing people, and discovered how much joy hospitality brings me. Every step I’ve taken so far has helped me achieve goals I once thought were out of reach, and it inspires me to keep moving forward.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Host

Vandelay Hospitality
Dallas, TX
01.2024 - 11.2025
  • Greeted and seated guests, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Managed reservation systems to optimize seating efficiency.
  • Communicated wait times to guests with clarity and professionalism.
  • Enhanced guest dining experience by providing detailed menu explanations.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
  • Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.

Host

Mesero
Dallas, TX
04.2022 - 10.2023
  • Cleaned up after tables to seat the next table
  • Packed togo orders
  • Made sure the guest were happy with their seats
  • Helped guest with anything they needed help with

Education

High School Diploma - Neuroscience

Dallas College
Dallas, TX

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Multitasking proficiency
  • Effective time management
  • Adaptable to change
  • Task prioritization

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Limited Working
Arabic
Elementary

Timeline

Host

Vandelay Hospitality
01.2024 - 11.2025

Host

Mesero
04.2022 - 10.2023

High School Diploma - Neuroscience

Dallas College