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Ma Therese Rowell

Fortson,GA

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Crown Plaza Hotel, excelling in customer satisfaction and quality control. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences through exceptional communication and organization. Recognized for training new hires and fostering teamwork, while maintaining high cleanliness standards and safe food handling practices. Committed to delivering outstanding service and memorable dining experiences.

Work History

Restaurant Server

Crown Plaza Hotel
Dunwoody, GA
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment for guest comfort and enjoyment.
  • Contributed to team success by assisting fellow servers during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Trained new hires on restaurant policies, procedures, and exceptional customer service standards.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to maintain positive relationships.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.

Assistant Sous Chef

Crown Plaza Hotel
Dunwoody, GA
  • Maintained high sanitation standards by regularly cleaning workspaces, equipment, and utensils.
  • Supported Sous Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal preparation for guests.
  • Upheld strict adherence to safety guidelines within the kitchen environment, minimizing accidents or injuries.
  • Ensured consistent food quality by closely monitoring preparation and presentation standards.
  • Collaborated with the culinary team on special events, providing exceptional dining experiences for guests.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing inventory control measures and utilizing leftover ingredients creatively.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by creating visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
  • Strengthened teamwork among kitchen staff by fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and supportiveness.
  • Provided outstanding customer service, addressing guest concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Expedited orders efficiently during peak service hours, ensuring prompt delivery of meals to guests.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.

ESL Teacher

VIPKID
Hopkinsville, KY
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
  • Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
  • Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
  • Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
  • Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
  • Improved reading comprehension among struggling students through the use of diverse texts and guided discussions about main ideas, themes, and vocabulary.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Achieved higher student retention rates by developing strong rapport and maintaining open communication with both students and parents.
  • Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.

Education

Bachelor Of Science In Tourism Management - Hospitality Industry

Centro Escolar University
Philippines
04.2015

Skills

  • Customer satisfaction
  • Order taking
  • Organization
  • Guest service
  • Exceptional communication
  • Cleanliness
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Detail-oriented
  • Safe food handling
  • Quality control
  • Professional appearance

Timeline

Restaurant Server

Crown Plaza Hotel

Assistant Sous Chef

Crown Plaza Hotel

ESL Teacher

VIPKID

Bachelor Of Science In Tourism Management - Hospitality Industry

Centro Escolar University
Ma Therese Rowell