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Mahmoud Mahmoud

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Adept at enhancing guest experiences and streamlining operations, I leveraged my hospitality service expertise and strong work ethic at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse to significantly improve team productivity and customer satisfaction. Skilled in guest relations management and safe food handling, I excel in high-volume dining environments, consistently driving performance improvement.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervising Server

Madera
Los Angeles, CA
06.2021 - 09.2024

Supervised team of servers

Ran food

Head Dishwasher

Mediterranean Cuisine LA
01.2018 - 09.2024
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Trained new employees on proper dishwashing procedures, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by immediately addressing potential hazards such as broken glass or slippery floors.
  • Reduced breakage costs by handling fragile items with care during the washing process.

Cashier/Server

Chimmilier
Los Angeles, CA
03.2020 - 12.2023
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.

Server

JACCC
Los Angeles, CA
04.2021 - 06.2023
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Server Manager

TGIF Fridays
Wayne, NJ
09.2006 - 09.2009
  • Trained servers on order management, food service quality and how to build rapport with guests.
  • Welcomed and greeted guests before presenting special menu items to clients.
  • Handled guest complaints in positively and offered appreciation tokens to build customer loyalty.
  • Led team of servers to consistently meet customer service and sales targets.

Host Manager

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
Parsippany, NJ
09.2004 - 09.2007
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and consistent quality for guest satisfaction.
  • Enhanced team productivity by conducting regular staff training on hospitality best practices.
  • Conducted daily pre-shift meetings reinforcing key points of focus needed to ensure excellent customer service and overall performance.
  • Contributed to revenue growth by upselling menu items and promoting special events to guests.

Education

Master Of Public Policy -

University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
05.2011

Bachelors Of Science - Sociology

William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ
06.2009

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash Handling
  • Guest Engagement
  • Professional Appearance
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Memory retention
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Menu Memorization
  • Food Running
  • High-volume dining
  • Service prioritization
  • Sales expertise
  • Food safety understanding
  • Sales Techniques
  • Order Accuracy
  • Supply Restocking
  • Quality Control
  • Food safety practices
  • Performance Improvement
  • Table Bussing
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Guest Relations Management
  • Point of sale operation
  • Relationship Management
  • Dining area maintenance
  • Allergy awareness
  • Order Management

Timeline

Supervising Server

Madera
06.2021 - 09.2024

Server

JACCC
04.2021 - 06.2023

Cashier/Server

Chimmilier
03.2020 - 12.2023

Head Dishwasher

Mediterranean Cuisine LA
01.2018 - 09.2024

Server Manager

TGIF Fridays
09.2006 - 09.2009

Host Manager

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
09.2004 - 09.2007

Master Of Public Policy -

University of Arkansas At Little Rock

Bachelors Of Science - Sociology

William Paterson University of New Jersey
Mahmoud Mahmoud