Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Fine Dining Server
RJF Presidential Club
Cleveland, Ohio
11.2021 - Current
Serve members of Playhouse Square’s Presidential donors
Anticipating and delivering on the requirements of customers to ensure customer satisfaction
Understand and communicate what is on the menu, answering questions customers might have, and making recommendations on menu selections to customers if necessary
Enlighten customers about daily food and drink specials or menu changes
Take special note of food allergies or preferences from each customer.
Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
Followed up with guests after meals to ensure satisfaction with overall experience.
Ensured proper set-up of dining area before service began including silverware, condiments, napkins.
Promoted additional menu items or special offers as appropriate.
Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
Server
Alley Cat Oyster Bar
Cleveland, Ohio
08.2021 - Current
Responsible for taking orders from multiple tables
Obtain a thorough knowledge of food and beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic) menu
Familiarizing guests with weekly menu changes and seasonal items and options
Recommending alternatives for upselling
Resolving all customer queries and issues with food quality, service and more in a professional manner
Training new servers who join the restaurant
Responsible for large parties of over 30 guests or more at once for private events
Assuring that high quality customer service is delivered and the customers experience is made memorable.
Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
Server
Geraci's Restaurant
Chagrin, Ohio
02.2020 - 07.2022
Assisting in other areas of the restaurant such as phone calls, financial transactions, etc
Accurately deliver food to customers, making sure the items are correct and appealing before taking it to the table
Assist with basic food prep as needed, and/or perform light cleaning in the dining room, serving stations, or kitchen areas.
Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.