Proven in high-pressure environments, I excel in customer service and multitasking, ensuring guest satisfaction at Bakers Cay Resort. Skilled in phone etiquette and fostering patience and empathy, I've significantly contributed to a welcoming dining experience, demonstrating both hard and soft skills crucial for hospitality excellence.
Overview
2018
2018
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostess
Bakers Cay Resort
Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
Provided patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.
Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
Assisted in training new host staff, sharing best practices for maintaining a professional demeanor and efficient work habits.
Rearranged tables and chairs for large parties and retrieved high chairs for children.
Seated patrons based on guest preferences and seating availability.
Waitress
Royal Caribbean International
12.1999 - 01.2018
Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
Supervised set up of banquet food stations and coordinated service to multiple dining areas.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
Waitress
Sandals Ocho Rios
02.1994 - 12.1997
Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Supervised set up of banquet food stations and coordinated service to multiple dining areas.
Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
Supported needs of [Number]- person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for [Type] restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Waitress
Little Pub Restaurant
09.1992 - 12.1994
Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
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