Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Keith Pace

Lompoc,CA

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong background in customer service at White Oaks Restaurant, adept at enhancing guest experiences through attentive service and teamwork. Recognized for being observant of customer needs and fostering positive relationships. Skilled in maintaining cleanliness and efficiency, ensuring a welcoming environment for all patrons.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Janitor

Goodwill Industries
03.2015 - Current

Providing a series of buildings on base with toilet paper, hand towels, soap. Cleaning toilets, urinals, stalls and sinks. Emptying trash in restrooms, replacing trash bags, and keeping friendly relations with people.

Host/dishwasher

Bakers Square Restaurant & Bakery
02.2006 - 05.2008
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • 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.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Facilitated positive first impressions for guests through friendly greetings, professional attire, and genuine enthusiasm for their visit.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.

Restaurant Busser

White Oaks Restaurant
01.2000 - 04.2003
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring tables were cleared and cleaned promptly after guests left.
  • Maintained a clean and safe dining environment by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, and keeping walkways clear of debris.
  • Assisted servers in managing their sections effectively, providing timely drink refills
  • Supported the overall dining experience by setting up tables with appropriate silverware, glassware, and linens.
  • Contributed to smooth restaurant operations by promptly resetting tables for new customers.
  • Increased efficiency in table turnover by quickly clearing dirty dishes and preparing tables for the next guests.
  • Helped servers expedite food orders during busy hours by running food from the kitchen quickly and accurately.
  • Demonstrated strong teamwork by assisting servers with food delivery during peak times when needed.
  • Provided respectful and courteous bussing services while operating within active dining rooms.
  • Assisted with moving tables, chairs and other restaurant service equipment within dining rooms.
  • Provided exceptional customer service while assisting servers with carrying trays, delivering beverages, or attending to special requests from guests.
  • Assisted in training new bussers on restaurant procedures, table settings, and customer service expectations.

Restaurant Server

White Oaks Restaurant
09.2000 - 03.2001
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment for guest comfort and enjoyment.
  • Contributed to team success by assisting fellow servers during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Elevated the guest experience by anticipating their needs proactively throughout their visit.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Used slow periods to fill up ice dispenser, fill table dispensers, fold cloth napkins a certain way for the evening shift.

Education

Associate Degree - Liberal Arts

Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA
05.2003

Skills

  • Enjoying serving people
  • Observant of needs
  • Respects clear communication
  • Likes to be part of a team

Timeline

Janitor

Goodwill Industries
03.2015 - Current

Host/dishwasher

Bakers Square Restaurant & Bakery
02.2006 - 05.2008

Restaurant Server

White Oaks Restaurant
09.2000 - 03.2001

Restaurant Busser

White Oaks Restaurant
01.2000 - 04.2003

Associate Degree - Liberal Arts

Allan Hancock College
Keith Pace