Louisa (Lula) Payne
Seattle,WA
Summary
To obtain a Server position where I can apply my hospitality experience, deliver exceptional service, and contribute to sales growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Server Assistant
Water’s Table at Hyatt Regency
Renton, Washington
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining areas, enhancing guest experience and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders, contributing to improved service flow and guest satisfaction.
Hosting and booking coordinator
Water’s Table at Hyatt Regency
Renton, Washington
11.2021 - 10.2024
- Welcoming guests, accommodating dining needs, seating guests, and coordinating the seating chart, monitoring the restaurant flow, taking to-go orders, and making reservations and coordinating private dining room bookings.
Server / Host
Izakaya Sushi Bar
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Hosting and serving guests. Bussing tables. Bartending. Closing responsibilities including money handling.
Marketing Media & Janitorial
Maya Whole Health
01.2012 - 04.2020
- Assisted my parents in our family business, creating promotional videos, bulletin boards, and other promotional materials. Provided general cleaning services, as necessary.
Barista
Happy Lemon
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Taking orders, making Drinks, and preparing food. Basic janitorial work.
Child Care Provider
Self-Employed
05.2012 - 06.2018
- Provided caring and affirming childcare for a diverse range of families, with children ages 16 months to 10 years. Ensured safety, meal preparation, entertainment, conflict resolution, and personal hygiene supervision.
General Employee
Red Mango
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Taking orders, preparing food, and serving customers. Basic janitorial work. Closing responsibilities including money handling. Key holder.
Education
Associate’s Degree -
Bellevue College
01.2017 - 05.2022
High School -
Hazen High School
09.2014 - 05/2016
Skills
- Team player
- Good humor
- Calm
- Even-tempered
- Troubleshooter
- Solid judgement
- Guest relations
References
Professional & Educational References available upon request
Volunteer Experience
- Red Cross Blood Drive, Donation Volunteer, 09/01/16, 11/01/17
- Rainier Valley Food Bank and Renton Salvation Army, Leadership for food drives, 09/01/09, 01/01/11
- St. Matthews Lutheran Church Youth Program, Homeless feeding program and summer service camp, 09/01/12, 08/01/16
- Reel Grrls Summer Media Program, Informational Media Producer, 06/01/15, 08/31/15
Timeline
Server Assistant
Water’s Table at Hyatt Regency
04.2023 - Current
Hosting and booking coordinator
Water’s Table at Hyatt Regency
11.2021 - 10.2024
Server / Host
Izakaya Sushi Bar
09.2019 - 10.2020
Barista
Happy Lemon
07.2018 - 06.2019
General Employee
Red Mango
01.2018 - 05.2018
Associate’s Degree -
Bellevue College
01.2017 - 05.2022
High School -
Hazen High School
09.2014 - 05/2016
Child Care Provider
Self-Employed
05.2012 - 06.2018
Marketing Media & Janitorial
Maya Whole Health
01.2012 - 04.2020