Mackinley Menkee
Vista,CA
Summary
Customer-focused professional skilled in guest relations and order accuracy. Enhances satisfaction through effective multitasking in high-volume settings. Knowledgeable in food service operations, quickly learning menu items and delivering orders efficiently. Committed to providing exceptional service and fostering a welcoming environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Server Assistant
Chandlers at Cape Ray Hilton
Carlsbad, CA
04.2026 - Current
- Assisted servers with food delivery and guest table requests.
- Monitored tables alongside servers to ensure customer satisfaction and timely service.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure a pleasant dining experience for all patrons.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff on order timing and table readiness.
- Communicated special requests to servers and restaurant supervisors.
- Maintained clean service stations and organized dining room supplies.
- Communicated effectively with other personnel to coordinate tasks efficiently.
- Arranged tables with linens and centerpieces for special events and dining occasions. and chairs for parties and large groups.
- Supported Chandlers at Cape Ray Hilton dining room setup and breakdown.
HOSTESS
Coyote Bar and Grill
Carlsbad, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Greeted and seated guests promptly, ensuring positive first impressions.
- Optimized table assignments for efficient service flow.
- Delivered food orders promptly to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate order fulfillment.
- Collaborated with the kitchen staff to ensure accuracy of orders, minimizing order errors and complaints.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of front-of-house areas.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and special requests from guests.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vista High
Vista, CANo Degree - Communications
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CASkills
- Service flow management
- Order accuracy
- Customer service
- Food running
- Beverage service
- Table bussing
- High volume dining
- Front-of-house maintenance
- Supply restocking
- Effective multitasking
- Time management
- Guest complaint resolution
- Teamwork enhancement
- Guest greeting
- Server assistance
Timeline
Server Assistant
Chandlers at Cape Ray Hilton
04.2026 - Current
HOSTESS
Coyote Bar and Grill
04.2025 - Current
High School Diploma -
Vista High
No Degree - Communications
Miracosta College