Maite Barrera
Bolingbrook,IL
Summary
Motivated professional successful with multitasking in fast-paced environments. Bringing skills to support team and customer needs with fast, high-quality dining assistance. Proficient in keeping tables clear, floors clean and supplies stocked. Good relationship-building and time-management abilities.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Busser
Hello Shawarma
Bolingbrook, Illinois
07.2026 - Current
- Cleared tables promptly after guests departed to prepare for new guests, minimizing wait times.
- Cleared tables promptly to maintain a clean dining environment.
- Ensured all tables were clean and ready for new customers, maintaining a hygienic dining environment.
- Maintained cleanliness of floors and dining areas throughout shifts.
- Swept, mopped and removed debris from dining room floors.
- Swept and mopped front-of-house and back-of-house floors using various tools.
- Maintained cleanliness of work station throughout shift; wiped down counters, tables and chairs.
- Ensured that all areas were properly sanitized at the end of each shift.
- Restocked supplies to ensure dining area readiness for guests.
- Responded to customer requests promptly to ensure satisfaction and enhance dining experience.
- Observed tables to tend to guest needs and identify customer service opportunities.
- Collaborated with team members to elevate customer service experience and foster teamwork.
- Delivered excellent customer service by being friendly and accommodating guest needs.
- Engaged in friendly conversations with customers to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere and encourage repeat visits. with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
Pianist
St Dominic Catholic Church
Bolingbrook, Illinois
06.2025 - Current
- Led worship services by playing the piano in churches or other religious settings.
- Performed musical pieces for weekly services and special events.
- Provided musical accompaniment during community gatherings and celebrations.
- Collaborated with choir members to enhance worship experiences.
- Led rehearsals to prepare for Sunday services and holiday events.
- Accompanied singers, instrumentalists, and ensembles with piano parts during rehearsals and concerts.
- Coached vocalists on how to properly sing while accompanying them on the piano.
- Assisted in selecting music that aligns with liturgical themes.
- Maintained piano and other musical instruments for optimal performance.
- Adapted music selections based on congregation feedback and preferences.
Education
Bolingbrook High-school
Bolingbrook, IL09-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Event planning
- Dining room maintenance
- Restaurant layout knowledge
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Detail-oriented cleaning
- Efficient table clearing
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Polite demeanor
- Dining room organization
- Professional appearance
- Adaptable to change
- Guest service management
- Floor cleaning
- Heavy lifting
- Heavy item lifting
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Working under pressure
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Inventory management
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Pianist and organist at St Dominic catholic church
Timeline
Restaurant Busser
Hello Shawarma
07.2026 - Current
Pianist
St Dominic Catholic Church
06.2025 - Current
Bolingbrook High-school