Mckenzie Lester
Jensen Beach,FL
Summary
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.
Sociable server offering several years of experience delivering friendly, prompt service to customers. Skillful in making personalized menu recommendations and managing closing duties. In-depth knowledge of pos system operations and food safety and sanitation regulations.
Energetic 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.
Highly skilled professional experienced in supporting restaurant operations. Maintained communication while working closely with servers, hosts and managers. Expert at providing exceptional customer service by quickly and energetically completing special requests.
Enthusiastic professional experienced with cocktail service. Experienced providing timely service with enthusiasm and efficiency. Consistently acknowledged for maintaining superior service standards while exceeding sales goals.
Highly skilled in customer service with valuable experience as a waiter, adept at managing high-volume dining environments. Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring positive guest experiences and efficient table management. Proven ability to improve workflow and enhance team efficiency, contributing significantly to the restaurant's reputation for excellence in service. Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving capabilities in fast-paced settings, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Energetic professional in hospitality, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in customer service, order accuracy, and time management. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring exceptional dining experiences for guests.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Bartender
Mulligans Bar & Grill
Jensen Beach, FL
12.2021 - 10.2024
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate levels of necessary supplies.
- Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
- Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
- Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
- Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
- Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
- Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
- Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
- Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
- Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
- Garnished dishes and beverages to serve visually appealing menu items.
- Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
- Responded to ad hoc cleaning duties at end of shift.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Cleansed glasses with sanitizing solution after each use.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
- Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
- Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
- Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
- Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
- Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
- Maintained safety and sanitation standards with firm enforcement amongst bar staff.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
- Organized bar supplies in stock room to support timely and efficient retrieval and replenishment.
- Managed accurate bar tabs and processed cash and credit card transactions.
- Cleaned up spills and broken glassware and safely disposed of sharp pieces.
- Monitored bar inventory and promptly restocked low items before depletion.
- Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
- Carefully inspected identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
- Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
- Neatly sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing drinks.
- Monitored customer drink levels and suggested additional drink purchases at appropriate times to boost sales.
- Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Communicated with security staff to de-escalate customer conflicts and remove customers if necessary.
Server
Duffy's Sports Grill
Jensen Beach, FL
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate levels of necessary supplies.
- Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jensen Beach High School
Jensen Beach, FL05-2020
Skills
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Running
- Supply Restocking
- Table Setting
- Table Bussing
- Beverage Preparation
- Team member support
- Food Delivery
- Guest Engagement
- Table resetting
- Daily specials memorization
- Order Management
- Hostess support
- Food safety practices
- Menu item recommendation
- Price memorization
- Dining area maintenance
- High-volume dining
- POS operation
- Sales expertise
- Menu Memorization
- Order Accuracy
- Suggestive Selling
- Buffet setup and takedown
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- Special dietary requirements
- Sales Techniques
- Cash Handling
- Guest Seating
- Wine service
- Guest Relations Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Front-of-house display creation
- Performance Improvement
- Food station setup
- Item promotion
- Professional Appearance
- Food sales and promotion
- Wine pairing knowledge
- Quality Control
- Dish preparation
- Table setting knowledge
- Effective customer upselling
- Check payment processing
- Calm Demeanor
- Point of Sale (POS) system operations
- Allergy awareness
- Wine Pairings
- Exceptional customer service
- Take-out service
- Server training
- Strong Work Ethic
- Hospitality service expertise
- Positive and professional
- Service prioritization
- Menu knowledge
- Food safety understanding
- Dining customer service
- Point of sale operation
- Specials promotion
- Point of sale system
- Menu presentation
- Banquet Coordination
- Dining crew workflow optimization
- Food safety oversight
- Table setting arrangements
Timeline
Server/Bartender
Mulligans Bar & Grill
12.2021 - 10.2024
Server
Duffy's Sports Grill
10.2020 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Jensen Beach High School