Marissa Van Houten
Palm Beach Gardens
Summary
I am a very hardworking professional with proven relationship building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty. I won’t ever let you down and will provide every need someone may need through out my shift !
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Server
Frigates Waterfront Bar and Grill
North Palm Beach
11.2023 - 07.2025
- Consistently recognized as a top-performing employee, I demonstrated a strong work ethic, reliability, and dedication to excellence in every task. I took initiative to go above and beyond job expectations, regularly stepping in to support team members, handle high-pressure situations, and ensure operations ran smoothly. My attention to detail, punctuality, and positive attitude contributed to increased team efficiency and customer satisfaction. I was frequently entrusted with leadership responsibilities, problem-solving challenges, and training new staff due to my deep understanding of procedures and my commitment to company standards.
Bar Back/ Server/ Food Runner/Restaurant Busser
Tommy Bahama Restaurant
Palm Beach Gardens
05.2023 - 10.2024
- I had a lot of duties! Every shift I worked it was at a fast pace environment especially on a busy night with every job title being worked. Had great communication with fellow co workers and managers! Went from making a drink to cleaning a table to running food to even restocking the bar of course washing my hands between each task. Always kept the restaurant to a high standard with cleanliness
Foodrunner/Server
Jetty’s Waterfront
Jupiter
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintaining a fast pace environment ensuring high achievements I accomplish while working. I love to upsell so I always had the mindset of making my guests happy with a smile as well as working for the highest sales every night! I love a good work space with great communication amongst my co-workers and always taking care of the restaurant with all projects and cleanliness at all times!
Host/ Togos
Longhorn Steakhouse
Palm Beach Gardens
03.2020 - 05.2022
Front of House Employee
Bolay Restaurant
West Palm Beach
07.2019 - 09.2021
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 08.2022 - 12.2023
Skills
- Point of sale
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Time management
- Upselling techniques
- Communication skills
- Fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail
- Strong work ethic
- Table bussing
- Wine pairing
- Buffet setup and takedown
- High volume dining
- Allergy awareness
Languages
Sign Language
Elementary
Affiliations
- Paddle Boarding
- Learning
- Beach
- Traveling
- Cooking
- Volunteering
Timeline
Server
Frigates Waterfront Bar and Grill
11.2023 - 07.2025
Bar Back/ Server/ Food Runner/Restaurant Busser
Tommy Bahama Restaurant
05.2023 - 10.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
08.2022 - 12.2023
Foodrunner/Server
Jetty’s Waterfront
10.2021 - 05.2022
Host/ Togos
Longhorn Steakhouse
03.2020 - 05.2022
Front of House Employee
Bolay Restaurant
07.2019 - 09.2021