Marcus Wright
Portland,OR
Summary
Goal-focused restaurant server with several years of experience working in high-end, fine dining restaurant settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Server
Portland Japanese Garden
Portland, OR
07.2019 - 08.2025
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Managed opening and closing duties to facilitate restaurant operations.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to communicate special requests and dietary restrictions.
- Trained and mentored new servers on service standards and menu knowledge.
Lead Server
Rose Villa
Portland, OR
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Supervise opening and closing tasks to optimize restaurant functionality.
- Trained and mentored new servers on service standards and menu knowledge.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to communicate special requests and dietary restrictions.
- Managed inventory of supplies to maintain stock levels for efficient service.
- Provided exceptional customer service to guests, resolving any issues that arose in a professional manner.
Bartender
Clyde's Gastro Pub & Grill
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2014 - 07.2017
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area throughout shifts.
- Engaged with patrons to provide exceptional customer service and recommendations.
- Enforced responsible alcohol service policies to ensure guest safety at all times.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
Education
Bachelors of LAS - Digital Communications And Media
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO05.2017
Certification
- OLCC license (exp. 12/13/2028)
- OR Food Handler's License (exp. 7/6/2026)
Timeline
Lead Server
Rose Villa
07.2020 - 03.2022
Lead Server
Portland Japanese Garden
07.2019 - 08.2025
Bartender
Clyde's Gastro Pub & Grill
07.2014 - 07.2017
Bachelors of LAS - Digital Communications And Media
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs