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Kimberly Martin Nig

Washington

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, honed as a Lead Hostess at Centrolina. Proven ability to manage high-volume dining environments while training staff and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective upselling strategies and personalized service. Committed to creating welcoming atmospheres and ensuring seamless operations.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Lead Hostess

Centrolina
01.2025 - Current
  • Managed guest waitlists effectively, minimizing wait times while still accommodating walk-in customers whenever possible.
  • Adapted quickly to changing restaurant needs, maintaining composure under pressure and exhibiting excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Assisted management with hiring, training, and evaluating new host/hostess staff members to maintain a high-performing team.
  • Ensured smooth transitions between shifts by thoroughly communicating pertinent information with incoming team members during shift changeovers, which required planning their sections to mare a smooth transition.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.


Restaurant Hostess

Rasika Restaurant
12.2023 - 02.2025

Raskia provides a fine dining ambiance for customers which required:

  • Outstanding high volume customer service.
  • Greeting customers and having a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Observing and taking notes of those whom are regular loyal customers, to keep bettering their experience.
  • Business casual fashion techniques ( Dressing pants, blouse, and dressing shoes or high heels).
  • Sending emails out on behalf restaurant communicating future reservations and private dine-in.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.

Receptionist

SED Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.

Restaurant Hostess

Bindaas
01.2024 - 06.2024

Bindaas is a sisterhood restaurant from Rasika requiring:

  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquires while attending in -person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Handle high pressure situations gracefully, making multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Enhanced customer stratification by greeting and seating guest promptly upon arrival.
  • Input orders accurately into POS terminal, split bills and accepted payments.
  • Advised customers about special offerings and menu items to help drive sales.

Education

High School Diploma -

E.L Haynes
4501 Kansas Ave NW
06-2024

Skills

  • Exceptional communication
  • Phone etiquette
  • Food safety awareness
  • Team management
  • Staff training
  • Upselling strategies
  • VIP handling
  • Special requests accommodation
  • High volume dining
  • Front-of-house display creation
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lead Hostess

Centrolina
01.2025 - Current

Receptionist

SED Center
05.2024 - 08.2024

Restaurant Hostess

Bindaas
01.2024 - 06.2024

Restaurant Hostess

Rasika Restaurant
12.2023 - 02.2025

High School Diploma -

E.L Haynes