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Server

KESEAN SAUNDERS

Tallahassee,Fl

Summary

Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods. Maintains organized, clean, and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details. Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Supplemental Editor

CivicPlus
04.2025 - Current
  • Edited and proofread articles for clarity, coherence, and adherence to style guidelines.
  • Collaborated with writers to enhance content quality and ensure alignment with publication standards.
  • Managed editorial calendar, prioritizing deadlines and coordinating submissions effectively.
  • Conducted research to verify facts and improve the accuracy of published materials.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
  • Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.

Server

Texas Roadhouse
07.2024 - Current
  • Followed up with customers to check on food, drinks and requests.
  • Managed multiple tables efficiently, demonstrating strong multitasking skills.
  • Implemented upselling techniques to increase sales.
  • Restocked stations and completed side work on time.
  • Satisfied customers with fast, friendly food service.
  • Advised customers on proper wine and liquor pairings for different foods.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu offerings, ingredients, preparation methods, and dietary restrictions.

Bartender

Olive Garden
07.2022 - 05.2024
  • Certified Server Trainer based on positive reception from guests and amicable response from coworkers
  • Managed inventory, ensuring adequate supplies for service needs.
  • Attentive and People driven server intent upon ensuring excellent service is provided to guests
  • Positive outlook onto life and wishes to promote the success of the team by willingly helping
  • Deadline driven and excellent flexibility within work hours
  • Trained and supervised bar staff to deliver exceptional service to customers.
  • Kept bar stocked with snacks, prepared appetizers and served food items.
  • Cultivated welcoming atmosphere, enhancing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Stayed ready for customer demands by keeping adequate inventory levels of garnishes, liquor and bar supplies.
  • Arranged bottles and glassware into attractive displays.
  • Stocked bar with necessary supplies such as liquor, mixers, glassware, and garnishes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Florida State University
Tallahassee, Fl
05.2023

Skills

  • Time management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Production of advertisement
  • Sharing of advertisement
  • Positive communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Desire to improve
  • Open-ended communication
  • Accuracy in content
  • Keen eye for detail
  • Team collaboration

Affiliations

  • Script to Screen (S2S), Student Member
  • FSU Film Club
  • Darden Dimes

HONORSANDAWARDS

Full Bright Futures Scholar, Fall 2019-Present, Service Team Certified, 10/22-Present, Guest Satisfaction Pin, 01/23-Present

CERTIFICATIONSANDSKILLS

Software and Applications: Google Drive, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Creative Cloud, Rhino 5 and 6

Timeline

Supplemental Editor

CivicPlus
04.2025 - Current

Server

Texas Roadhouse
07.2024 - Current

Bartender

Olive Garden
07.2022 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - English

Florida State University