Kayla Martin
Portland,OR
Summary
I've worked in restaurants throughout the years, mostly as a server with some bartending skills. Now I work as a Hostess part time. I've also been self-employed for the past 2 years, allowing myself to focus and develop creative skills, while learning to discipline myself to meet deadlines for commissions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostess
Jake's Famous Crawfish
Portland, United States
12.2021 - Current
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supervised server balance and monitored table turnover to accurately seat customers.
Artist
Self-Employed
Portland, OR
12.2019 - Current
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with potential customers
- Established and maintained productive, professional working relationships to promote beneficial project results
- Ordered and maintained adequate supply of materials, supplies and equipment
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration
Bartender/Server
Petisco
Portland, OR
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to create appealing tables.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
Server
Bisbee Breakfast Club
Tucson, AZ
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mixed Media Artist
Pacific Northwest College of Art
Portland, OR05.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Studies
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT2008
Skills
- Leadership
- Reliable and trustworthy
- People skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Creative
Timeline
Hostess
Jake's Famous Crawfish
12.2021 - Current
Artist
Self-Employed
12.2019 - Current
Bartender/Server
Petisco
04.2019 - 10.2019
Server
Bisbee Breakfast Club
12.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Mixed Media Artist
Pacific Northwest College of Art
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Studies
The University of Montana
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