Learning quickly and moving through private dining rooms, lounge events, and main dining room with work as needed
Generating at least 5K+ sales and 22%+ tip average per evening shift
Competently guiding guests through several different menus and holiday specials thoroughly to their needs
Fine Dining Server
NARO
09.2022 - 02.2023
Hired as part of opening team for two Michelin starred Chef JP and Ellia Park's (Atoboy; Atomix) new restaurant at iconic Rockefeller Center
Completing six-week extensive training period focusing on Korean food and beverage knowledge, including pronunciation, history, and techniques incorporated into food and beverage menu spiels
Mental dexterity with frequently updated menu items and attention to detail in service procedures
Server
Buddha Bar New York
06.2021 - 01.2024
First FOH employee to be hired as part of opening team, with menu by Chopped Champion Chef: Andrew Riccatelli
Encouraging lavish dining experience by maintaining thorough menu knowledge, answering questions of menu item sourcing, ingredients, cooking methods, and wine pouring.
Thriving in environment with proactive cooperation, teamwork, and overall morale success
Executing dining service in high profile private room bookings graciously
Banquet And Fine Dining Server
Kanopi - Ritz Carlton
03.2019 - 08.2019
Thorough planning and preparation before guests arrive for their conferences, meetings, dinners, etc. at private restaurant, led by James Beard Best Chef Semifinalist: Anthony Gonçalves
Meticulous attention to all matters of formal table settings including linen setup, serving, clearing, and replacing proper utensils in a quiet and efficient manner
Server/Entertainer/Expeditor
Ninja New York
02.2017 - 03.2020
Empathized with guests' entertainment needs in high volume capacity; upholding reputation of "One Of The World's Weirdest Restaurants"
Motivated coworkers in various positions throughout shift while generating individual sales that meets management goals nightly
Organized, prioritized, and delegated ticket orders for 400+ guests to 20 front of house staff members
Server
Steelhead
06.2015 - 01.2016
Gaining new hospitality skills by answering, suggesting, and welcoming in a high volume touristy establishment in Pike Place Market
Maintaining updated knowledge and pairings of all menu items, specials, liquor, beers and non-alcoholic selections
Setting up private dining rooms with appropriate tables/seats arrangements and maintaining service during entirety of private bookings
Server
Saffron Grill
08.2013 - 03.2014
Maintaining quick and attentive flow of service during high volume hours
Proactive service quality by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Business
CUNY Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY
2020
Associate of Arts - Philosophy
Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA
2016
Skills
Experience with catering and private room events
Thrives in and enjoys high-volume restaurants
Enjoys handling different positions during work
Assisted in family restaurant
Extensive curiosity and exposure to different cuisines
Emphasizes progressive, high work ethic demeanor at all times