Mariam Velez
Federal Way
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
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Busser
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
Tacoma
02.2018 - Current
- Cleaned and organized dining areas to maintain a welcoming environment.
- Assisted servers by promptly clearing tables after guest departure.
- Restocked supplies, ensuring efficient service throughout busy shifts.
- Supported food runners by delivering orders to guests swiftly.
- Monitored dining area for guest needs, providing attentive service.
- Maintained cleanliness in all service areas, adhering to health standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen and dining operations.
Line Cook
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
Tacoma
02.2018 - Current
- Prepared diverse Asian dishes following standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas during service hours.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal preparation and delivery.
- Trained new staff on proper cooking techniques and kitchen best practices.
- Monitored food quality during cooking processes to maintain high standards.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Food Runner
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
Tacoma
02.2018 - Current
- Delivered food promptly to tables while ensuring accuracy of orders.
- Assisted servers in managing dining area and addressing guest needs.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient meal service flow.
- Maintained cleanliness of service areas and dining spaces throughout shifts.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate meal timing.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to management regularly.
- Supported training of new staff on food running procedures and protocols.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety standards in food handling practices.
Server
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
Tacoma
02.2018 - Current
- Provided attentive service to guests in fast-paced dining environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and utensils.
- Managed customer orders using point-of-sale system efficiently.
- Trained new servers on service standards and restaurant procedures.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
Bar Lead
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
Tacoma
02.2018 - Current
- Supervised bar staff to ensure exceptional service and efficient operations.
- Developed specialty cocktails using premium ingredients and innovative techniques.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain stock and minimize waste effectively.
- Trained new bartenders on drink recipes and customer service standards.
- Implemented drink specials to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety procedures at the bar.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently.
- Balanced tills, handled cash, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits.
- Managed inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various types of beers, wines, liquors and mixed drinks.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as cleaning equipment, restocking shelves.
Education
High School Diploma -
Todd Beamer High School
Federal Way, WA06-2019
Skills
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Point-of-sale operation
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Dining room cleaning
- Cleaning procedures
- Multitasking and organization
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Busser
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
02.2018 - Current
Line Cook
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
02.2018 - Current
Food Runner
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
02.2018 - Current
Server
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
02.2018 - Current
Bar Lead
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge
02.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Todd Beamer High School
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