Melvin Anderson
Hollywood,FL
Summary
Helpful Busser/Host with over 8 years of experience greeting and seating guests, clearing tables and helping wait staff turn tables. Knowledgeable in proper sanitation and quality standards. Skilled in rolling silverware, washing dishes and routinely cleaning work areas. Reliable. Teamplayer. Consistent hardworker.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Busser/Host
Outback Steakhouse
Dania Beach, FL
12.2021 - Current
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Cleaned up spills and broken glassware and safely disposed of sharp pieces.
- Checked restrooms periodically for cleanliness and restocked paper products when needed.
- Performed light cleaning duties such as wiping down counters, emptying trash cans.
- Swept floors around tables after each shift.
- Cleared tables to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times.
- Transported dirty dishes from dining areas to dishwashing area in an organized manner.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Coordinated bussing activities with other staff members to maximize efficiency.
- Carried food, dishes, trays or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to serving counters.
- Ensured restaurant cleanliness by clearing and resetting tables quickly and efficiently.
- Stocked service stations with ice, napkins and straws.
- Removed trays and stacked dishes for return to kitchen after finished meals.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Polished glassware and utensils before placing on tables or shelves.
- Organized tables for efficient seating of customers.
- Wiped down and cleaned chairs, booths, and highchairs.
- Stocked ice bins with fresh cubes throughout shifts.
- Restocked dining room with plates, glassware and utensils, maintaining adequate workstation supplies.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
- Notified server after seating parties in section to facilitate prompt service.
- Built positive relationships with other front-of-house and kitchen staff.
- Assisted servers in seating guests by escorting them to their tables.
- Greeted incoming guests to escort to assigned dining area and present menus.
Host
Miller's Alehouse
Hollywood , FL
08.2016 - 10.2021
- Spoke with patrons to drive satisfaction with food and service.
- Supported serving staff, food runners and bussers to keep dining room presentable and ready for guests.
- Offered seating and other special accommodations to customers according to preferences and dining area volume.
- Distributed menus to guests, led to tables and gave initial information about service staff or specials.
- Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
- Assigned patrons to suitable tables according to server rotation.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Provided customers with accurate wait times and monitored waiting list.
- Greeted guests upon arrival and provided them with menus.
- Checked dining and serving areas to verify proper cleanliness and readiness for guests.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Crew Member
Sweet Tomatoes
Davie, FL
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
- Scrubbed and polished counters to remove debris and food.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Explained food preparation methods and ingredients to enable patrons with food allergies to make educated decisions.
- Prepared food for various recipes by washing, peeling and dicing ingredients.
Transporter
Broward General Hospital
Ft. Lauderdale , FL
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Provided patient transport using various equipment and adhered to safety protocols.
- Disinfected and properly stored transport equipment.
- Used wheelchairs, seat chairs and gurneys to move patients.
- Offered blankets, checked modesty and engaged in appropriate conversation.
Crew Member
Publix
Dania, FL
11.2011 - 03.2012
- Bagged groceries for customers in a timely manner
- Stock
- Retrieve shopping carts in the parking lot and place in their designated locations
Education
High School Diploma -
South Broward High School
Hollywood, FL06-2011
Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, FLSkills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Table Setting
- Sanitation Standards
- Punctuality
- Table Bussing
- Time Management
- Training and Coaching
- Professional Appearance
Timeline
Head Busser/Host
Outback Steakhouse
12.2021 - Current
Host
Miller's Alehouse
08.2016 - 10.2021
Crew Member
Sweet Tomatoes
06.2014 - 08.2014
Transporter
Broward General Hospital
06.2013 - 08.2013
Crew Member
Publix
11.2011 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
South Broward High School
Sheridan Technical College