Melissa Mendoza
High School Student
Dallas,TX
Summary
Hard working, motivated , and responsible high school student with a great teamwork skills and active listener. Passionate about helping and collaborating with others. Determined to be a fast problem-solver.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Server
Del Rio Mexican Restaurant
Dallas, TX
02.2020 - 06.2022
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Replenished food items, paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
- Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Server Assistant
Orchid Thai Cuisine
Winter Park, FL
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed customer deliveries and assisted with carrying out orders to promote maximum satisfaction.
- Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Bussed tables between courses and load and unloaded trays to expedite tasks.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Assisted cashiers with processing customer payments and documenting orders.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Maintained a pleasant and friendly attitude, while contributing to a teamwork environment.
- Work closely with kitchen and servers to ensure meal sare accurate and delivered in a timely manner
- Polishes glassware
- Offered product samples, answered questions and helped customers find items.
- Assisted customers with carry-out service.
Babysitter
Self-employeed
Dallas, TX
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Cared for twins, aged 5 , and a and 10 yeard old
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Fostered close relationships with children by discussing school, friends and hobbies.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
Education
Horn High School
Mesquite, TX 08.2018 - Current
Skills
Adaptability
Table setting knowledge
Teamwork
Active listening
Collaboration skills
Time managment
Bilingual
Menu memorization
Certification
Microsoft Word Certificate
Timeline
Server Assistant
Orchid Thai Cuisine
01.2021 - 11.2021
Server
Del Rio Mexican Restaurant
02.2020 - 06.2022
Babysitter
Self-employeed
01.2019 - 01.2020
Horn High School
08.2018 - Current
Microsoft Word Certificate
04-2018
Microsoft Powerpoint Certificate
04-2018