Laura Samaniego
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Hardworking, reliable, and punctual individual seeking service and hospitality employment. Experienced professional with solid background in foodservice. Offers excellent track record of tackling various tasks to support kitchen and wait staff. Demonstrates genuine hospitality to establish rapport with patrons and deliver memorable experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Server, Bartender
American Sector
New Orleans, USA
06.2024 - Current
- Established bar setup and prepared for efficient service delivery.
- Greeted guests with enthusiasm and warmth to enhance experience.
- Served beverages and food while engaging in conversation with guests.
- Maintained cleanliness and friendliness throughout service period.
- Executed side work and closing duties to uphold operational standards.
- Delivered exceptional service to high volume of customers daily.
- Adhered to health safety guidelines during food preparation and serving.
Bartender
Cafe Lafitte's in Exile (Wood Enterprises)
New Orleans, USA
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Monitored bank integrity and maintained accountability throughout each shift.
- Conducted station assessments; stocked items and ensured cleanliness as needed.
- Verified customer identification to confirm legal age requirements.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while processing orders and addressing inquiries.
- Fostered a friendly and inviting atmosphere while upholding cleanliness standards.
- Completed all side work and cleaning tasks before end of shift.
Bartender
Good Friends Bar (Wood Enterprises)
New Orleans, USA
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Assessed station and stocked items while ensuring cleanliness throughout shifts.
- Counted bank daily, maintaining accuracy and responsibility during entire shift.
- Checked identification to verify customers' legal age for service.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by taking and preparing orders and addressing inquiries.
- Created a friendly, inviting atmosphere while upholding cleanliness standards.
- Completed all side work and cleaning tasks by end of each shift.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
New Orleans, USA
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Assessed store conditions to identify and prioritize necessary improvements.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while processing orders and preparing food and beverages.
- Ensured timely completion of all cleaning and preparation tasks.
- Supported and led team members throughout shifts to enhance productivity.
- Verified accuracy of till counts, deposits, and safe balances at shift's end.
- Maintained service and operational standards consistently during shifts.
Team Leader
Target
Denver, USA
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Oversaw backroom and receiving operations to ensure optimal efficiency.
- Executed daily floor operations to maintain a smooth workflow.
- Established customer service standards through exemplary engagement with customers.
- Performed manager on duty tasks, including store opening and closing procedures.
- Conducted performance conversations and provided instruction to team members.
- Planned schedules for department team members, optimizing coverage and productivity.
- Monitored areas daily to ensure compliance with established standards.
Barback/cashier/cook
Industry Bar and Kitchen
New Orleans, USA
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Opened kitchen and prepared daily setup efficiently.
- Prepared all necessary ingredients for seamless operations.
- Processed orders promptly while delivering exceptional customer service.
- Took orders and payments, ensuring high standards of customer service.
- Assisted bartender with keg changes, glass washing, and overall bar support.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstation for subsequent shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Premier High School
Midland, TX01-2010
Skills
- Customer service
- Food preparation
- Beverage service
- Cash handling
- Health safety compliance
- Order management
- Inventory management
Timeline
Server, Bartender
American Sector
06.2024 - Current
Bartender
Cafe Lafitte's in Exile (Wood Enterprises)
11.2023 - 06.2024
Bartender
Good Friends Bar (Wood Enterprises)
03.2023 - 06.2023
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
07.2021 - 03.2023
Team Leader
Target
06.2018 - 07.2021
Barback/cashier/cook
Industry Bar and Kitchen
01.2017 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Premier High School
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