Experienced catering assistant with a versatile skill set in customer service, sales, and restaurant management. Effective communicator skilled in coordinating schedules and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Strong expertise in food service, retail sales, office communication and bartending. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Assistant
The Happy Catering Company
Birmingham, AL
10.2021 - Current
Handling all customer communication, creating invoices
Taking payments from clients, answering phones
Cleaning and keeping the office in top shape
Following through with invoices to the customers , handled incoming calls, emails, and mail
Directed inquiries to appropriate personnel or provided necessary information
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while handling employee records, financial documents, contracts, etc, performed general administrative tasks including photocopying documents, scanning files, faxing paperwork
Coordinated closely with other staff members during events for smooth service delivery.
Offered excellent customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs. This includes working events like Taste of Homewood and Hoover while also working events on the weekends when extra help is needed
Shift Leader
Zoes Kitchen, Inc.
Homewood, AL
12.2020 - 10.2021
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Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
Bartender
Stardust Lounge
Orlando, FL
11.2019 - 03.2020
Opening/ Closing duties, cocktail server when needed, handle cash and card transactions, works well with high volume, very organized, self-sufficient
Bartender/Server
Rock n Roll Sushi
Birmingham, AL
11.2018 - 05.2019
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
Bartender
Courtyard Oyster Bar and Grill
Trussville, AL
11.2018 - 05.2019
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Education
High school or equivalent - Computer Science
Gardendale High School
Gardendale, AL
01.2011
Skills
Computer Science
Food Service-Serving & Bartending (13 years)
Catering (3 years)
Reliability and punctuality
Team Management
Customer Service
Customer Engagement
Attention to Detail
Creative Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Assessments
Administrative assistant/receptionist, Proficient, 04/01/22, Using basic scheduling and organizational skills in an office setting
Bartending, Proficient, 10/01/19, Understanding, pouring, and mixing drink orders