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Katherine Stakits

Troy

Summary

Hardworking business professional with proven relationship-building and time management skills in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and outstanding service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term guest loyalty. High-energy skilled at welcoming guests, maintaining entrances and balancing server loads to optimize operations. Collaborative, hardworking and efficient at prioritizing guest needs. Experiences with a solid background in foodservice. Offers excellent track record of tackling various tasks to support BOH and FOH. Demonstrates genuine hospitality to establish rapport with guests and deliver a memorable dining experience.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Adachi Resturant
Birmingham
04.2025 - 08.2025
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.

Host

Adachi Restaurant
Birmingham
07.2023 - 08.2025
  • Greeted guests warmly upon arrival to create a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Managed reservations efficiently to ensure smooth guest flow.
  • Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs.
  • Took reservations over phone and in person.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.

Expo Runner

Adachi Restaurant
Birmingham
07.2023 - 08.2025
  • Delivered food orders promptly to tables and customers.
  • Followed all safety and health regulations while handling food items.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely order fulfillment.
  • Assisted servers by refilling drinks and providing additional support during peak hours.
  • Supported training of new food runners on proper procedures and service standards.

Catering Assistant

Robert Stakits
Troy
01.2020 - 08.2025
  • Coordinated food preparation and presentation for large gatherings and functions.
  • Set up and dismantled catering equipment efficiently before and after events.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction during events.
  • Organized buffet tables, beverage areas, and other service stations prior to events.
  • Adhered to all health department regulations regarding food handling and sanitation practices.

Cook

Robert Stakits
Bloomfield Hills
05.2020 - 08.2022
  • Responsible for greeting guests, preparing food, and serving
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and ordering supplies.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business And Law

University of Tampa
Tampa, Fl
12-2028

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Reservation management
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Communication skills
  • Training other employees
  • Serving
  • Professional with guests and coworkers/management
  • Outgoing
  • Friendly

Affiliations

  • Field Hockey club at the University of Tampa
  • Participate in philanthropy events
  • Part of environmental sustainability events
  • Part of NHS

Timeline

Server

Adachi Resturant
04.2025 - 08.2025

Host

Adachi Restaurant
07.2023 - 08.2025

Expo Runner

Adachi Restaurant
07.2023 - 08.2025

Cook

Robert Stakits
05.2020 - 08.2022

Catering Assistant

Robert Stakits
01.2020 - 08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Business And Law

University of Tampa

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