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Kayla Salazar

Summary

Very motivated with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable experiences.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Server & Bartender

Luna Lounge
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.

Dance Studio Director & Instructor

Dreams Dance Studio
09.2016 - 07.2023
  • Assisted with studio branding and marketing activities.
  • Maintained studio calendar and managed requests for booking sessions and equipment.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.

Bartender

La Finca Bar
06.2019 - 05.2021
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lenape Valley Regional High School
Stanhope, NJ
06.2018

Skills

  • Dining Customer Service
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Energetic and Outgoing
  • Cash Handling
  • Experience with Square POS

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Server & Bartender

Luna Lounge
05.2021 - 07.2023

Bartender

La Finca Bar
06.2019 - 05.2021

Dance Studio Director & Instructor

Dreams Dance Studio
09.2016 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

Lenape Valley Regional High School
Kayla Salazar