Kirstin Long
Midway,GA
Summary
Dynamic customer service professional with a strong work ethic and exceptional hospitality expertise, honed at Waffle House. Proven ability to enhance guest engagement and satisfaction through effective communication and upselling techniques. Adept at cash handling and maintaining cleanliness standards, contributing to a welcoming dining environment. Committed to delivering memorable experiences in high-volume settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/cook
Waffl House
Cumming, GA
09.2018 - 02.2020
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
Customer Service/Cashier Manager
Little Ceasers Pizza
Cumming, GA
10.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
- Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
- Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
- Promoted a positive shopping experience by greeting customers warmly upon entry and providing assistance as needed.
- Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
- Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling transactions and addressing inquiries.
- Answered product questions using knowledge of sales and store promotions.
- Balanced cash registers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies and errors.
- Assisted in training new employees, ensuring they were knowledgeable about company policies and procedures.
- Utilized POS system to handle customer cash and credit card transactions.
- Managed cash register operations accurately, reducing the risk of shortages or overages in daily reconciliations.
- Provided support to fellow cashiers by stepping in during breaks or assisting with complex transactions as needed.
- Demonstrated versatility by cross-training in various departments throughout the store when required.
- Processed returns and exchanges with care, adhering to store policies while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
- Handled sensitive information securely while processing payments through various methods including cash, credit cards, and gift cards.
- Offered additional services such as loyalty programs or special promotions to enhance customer engagement.
- Arranged and replenished service desk displays and merchandise racks to maintain appearance of store.
- Redeemed coupons to discount purchases.
- Addressed customer inquiries with detailed product knowledge, increasing sales through informed recommendations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Conducted inventory counts regularly, ensuring accurate stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Utilized strong product knowledge to upsell items when appropriate, boosting overall sales revenue.
Server/bartender/customer Service
Foxes PIzza Den
Cumming, GA
04.2015 - 11.2017
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
Cashier/Customer Service Cashier
Burger King
Cumming, GA
03.2013 - 02.2015
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Randolph High
Cuthbert, GA05-2013
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Professional appearance
- Hospitality service expertise
- Memory retention
- Customer service
- Cleanliness standards
- Safe food handling
- Menu memorization
- Food running
- High volume dining
- Service prioritization
- Team collaboration
- Sales expertise
- Sales techniques
- Order accuracy
- Supply restocking
Timeline
Server/cook
Waffl House
09.2018 - 02.2020
Customer Service/Cashier Manager
Little Ceasers Pizza
10.2017 - 01.2018
Server/bartender/customer Service
Foxes PIzza Den
04.2015 - 11.2017
Cashier/Customer Service Cashier
Burger King
03.2013 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Randolph High