Larry Young
Houston,TX
Summary
Adept at enhancing guest experiences, I excelled in every role at McCormick & Schmick's, mastering event setup coordination and wine service proficiency. Ensuring guest satisfaction is my primary goal at all times. My blend of effective communication and dining environment maintenance skills contributes to successful, high-quality service that guarantees returning guests.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Banquet Server
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks
Houston, TX
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Checked guest satisfaction levels throughout any events, guaranteeing that their needs were met swiftly and courteously.
- Provided expeditious, friendly service to all guests during table service, banquets or catered events.
- Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, napkins, and silverware to prepare for arriving guests.
- Bartended at offsite and in-store banquets, preparing craft cocktails while maintaining a clean and well-organized workspace.
Flooring Installer
Phoenix Flooring
Huntsville, TX
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in stocking and unloading trucks with materials required for job sites.
- Resolved customer complaints related to flooring installations, such as leftover scratches or color not holding.
- Prepared surfaces for installation by cleaning and grinding them to correct levels.
- Sustained clean work areas throughout the project duration, preventing slurry from cross-contaminating or damaging unintended aisles/shelves.
- Operated a variety of tools, including drills, hammers, screwdrivers, and diamond grinding machines.
Server
Carrabas The original on Voss
Houston, TX
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Suggestively sold daily chef features, and offered wine to pair.
- Provided outstanding service to a high volume of loyal, regulars.
- Effectively conveyed guests' allergies or special requests to the kitchen and management staff.
- Cooperated with staff members to ensure structured operations within the restaurant environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cypress Falls
Houston05-2010
Some College (No Degree) -
Lone Star College
Houston, TXSkills
- Station restocking
- Post-event breakdown
- Event Setup Coordination
- Wine Service Proficiency
- Dining Environment Maintenance
- Safe Food Handling
Certification
- TABC
- FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Banquet Server
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks
08.2023 - 12.2024
Flooring Installer
Phoenix Flooring
03.2023 - 08.2023
Server
Carrabas The original on Voss
05.2022 - 04.2023
- TABC
- FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE
High School Diploma -
Cypress Falls
Some College (No Degree) -
Lone Star College
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