Margarita Lomeli
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic server with background in high-volume restaurant environments. Knows how to deliver superior guest service while maintaining professional rapport with team members. Strong skills in order and payment processing, upselling techniques and keeping areas clean and well-stocked. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction by delivering memorable dining experiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Nevada Dental Benefits
Las Vegas
01.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent crosscontamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, leading to better home care routines and overall oral health improvement.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Server
Hot N Juicy Crawfish
Las Vegas
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously, ensuring high service quality throughout shifts.
- Promptly served food and beverages while maintaining focus on customer needs.
- Utilized POS system for order placement, bill management, and complimentary item handling.
- Collaborated with team members during peak hours to enhance workflow and guest satisfaction.
Orthodontic Assistant
Absolute Dental Practice
Las Vegas
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Prepared patients for orthodontic procedures and performed tasks including tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Conducted x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' dental structures.
- Provided chairside assistance during complex procedures such as bracket placements and aligner fittings.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices tailored to orthodontic treatments, demonstrating strong communication skills.
Server/Assistant Bartender
Golden West Casino
Bakersfield
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Greeted customers warmly to provide exceptional customer service.
- Bussed tables between courses and load and unloaded trays to expedite tasks.
- Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities effectively, ensuring a smooth flow of service during peak meal times.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area by routinely sweeping floors, wiping surfaces, and removing trash.
- Provided support during large events or private parties by setting up banquet areas according to specific requirements or themes.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Server/Assistant Bartender
The Crabby Crab
Sherman Oaks
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Delivered customer orders promptly and with attention to accuracy and satisfaction.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Refilled drinks and condiments and restocked serving areas to minimize delays.
- Streamlined food delivery process with strong communication skills between kitchen staff and servers, reducing wait times for customers.
- Helped bartender keep bar area tidy, clean and stocked.
- Maintained full knowledge of menu offerings and learned how to prepare wide range of specialty drinks and cocktails.
Dental Assistant
Sunland Dental Care
Sunland
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
UEI College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- High-volume dining
- Patient relations
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Bilingual Spanish/ English
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Languages
- English, Native or Bilingual
- Spanish, Native or Bilingual
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Nevada Dental Benefits
01.2023 - Current
Server
Hot N Juicy Crawfish
05.2022 - 10.2022
Orthodontic Assistant
Absolute Dental Practice
08.2021 - 04.2022
Server/Assistant Bartender
Golden West Casino
10.2018 - 03.2020
Server/Assistant Bartender
The Crabby Crab
04.2017 - 05.2018
Dental Assistant
Sunland Dental Care
05.2016 - 05.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
UEI College