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Micayla Somers

Fort Pierce,Florida

Summary

Highly enthusiastic customer service professional with 16 years client interface experience. Motivated Server/ Waitress with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.

Talented Server bringing skills in order management, payment processing and upselling. Stay current on menu items and consistently offer targeted recommendations to meet individual customer needs. Knowledgeable about handling special dietary requirements and general food safety standards. Enthusiastic and reliable professional takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Taco Dive
07.2020 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
  • Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.

Office and Sales Assistant

Office Furniture Consultants
02.2018 - 11.2018

Server

Captain Hiram's
12.2015 - 01.2018
  • Up-sold additional menu items, beverages and desserts to increase restaurant profits
  • Recorded customer orders and repeated them back in a clear, understandable manner
  • Correctly received orders, processed payments and responded appropriately to guest concerns
  • Served fresh, hot food with a smile in a timely manner
  • Served orders to customers at counters and tables
  • Mastered Point of Sale (POS) computer system for automated order taking.

Manager

Bella Tanning Studio
11.2014 - 01.2018

Informed guests of spa services, programs and activities over the phone and in person

  • Addressed all guest complaints and referred any escalated situations to management
  • Checked members and guests in promptly for their appointments
  • Coordinated and booked all spa service appointments for individual and group clients
  • Meticulously entered client and service information when booking appointments
  • Suggested and sold salon services and retail products to customers.

Server

Cowboys BBQ & Steak Co.
06.2014 - 09.2015
  • Up-sold additional menu items, beverages and desserts to increase restaurant profits
  • Recorded customer orders and repeated them back in a clear, understandable manner
  • Correctly received orders, processed payments and responded appropriately to guest concerns
  • Served fresh, hot food with a smile in a timely manner
  • Served orders to customers at counters and tables
  • Mastered Point of Sale (POS) computer system for automated order taking.

Server

Denny's
10.2012 - 08.2014
  • Up-sold additional menu items, beverages and desserts to increase restaurant profits
  • Recorded customer orders and repeated them back in a clear, understandable manner
  • Correctly received orders, processed payments and responded appropriately to guest concerns
  • Served fresh, hot food with a smile in a timely manner
  • Served orders to customers at counters and tables
  • Mastered Point of Sale (POS) computer system for automated order taking.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. James Academy
Fort Pierce, Florida
06.2008

Skills

  • Professional Skills
  • Languages
  • Strong organization skills
  • Active listening skills
  • Sharp problem solver
  • Energetic work attitude
  • Large cash/check deposits
  • Top sales performer
  • Telephone inquiries specialist
  • Customer service expert

Timeline

Server

Taco Dive
07.2020 - Current

Office and Sales Assistant

Office Furniture Consultants
02.2018 - 11.2018

Server

Captain Hiram's
12.2015 - 01.2018

Manager

Bella Tanning Studio
11.2014 - 01.2018

Server

Cowboys BBQ & Steak Co.
06.2014 - 09.2015

Server

Denny's
10.2012 - 08.2014

High School Diploma -

St. James Academy
Micayla Somers