Miriah Caravantes
Lakeside,CA
Summary
I am a passionate hospitality worker with a love for providing exceptional service in fast-paced settings. My extensive experience has taught me the importance of teamwork and creating memorable experiences for guests, and I take pride in my ability to adapt to different situations. I thrive on challenges and enjoy using my communication and problem-solving skills to ensure everything runs accordingly. I'm excited to find a position where I can showcase my strengths in customer service, organization, and multitasking, while also continuing to grow and learn in this dynamic industry.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Door 222
01.2022 - 01.2026
- Provide exceptional customer service in a high-volume, fast-paced dining environment.
- Participate in corporate and private events, offering administrative support and guest coordination.
- Adapt quickly to new challenges, demonstrating creativity and effective problem-solving.
- Greet guests promptly and provide friendly, attentive service
- Take accurate food and beverage orders and enter them into the POS system
- Maintain menu knowledge, including ingredients, allergens, and daily specials
- Upsell menu items, beverages, and add-ons to enhance guest experience
- Handle payments, split checks, and process cash and card transactions
- Communicate effectively with kitchen and bar staff
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations
Bartender & Server
Outback Steakhouse
01.2013 - 04.2022
- Delivered high-quality guest service as a server and bartender in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared and served beverages while accurately taking and delivering food and drink orders.
- Resolved guest concerns professionally to maintain a positive dining and bar experience.
- Demonstrated teamwork, adaptability, and strong multitasking in a fast-paced setting.
- Crafting classic and specialty cocktails
- Accurate cash handling and tab management
- High-volume drink preparation
- Beer, wine, and spirits knowledge
- Inventory restocking and bar setup/breakdown
- Maintaining a clean, organized bar area
- Checking IDs and enforcing responsible alcohol service
- Building rapport with guests and regulars
Education
Associate Degree - Biology
Front Range Community College
Loveland, CO01-2026
Certified Makeup Artist & Licensed Esthetician - undefined
Bellus Academy
El Cajon, CA01.2014
Skills
- Customer service & Guest interaction
- Conflict resolution & Problem solving
- Multitasking & Time management
- Menu knowledge & Upselling
- POS Systems & Basic tech skills
- Adaptability & Composure under high pressure
- Strong teamwork & Communication
- Alcohol service compliance
- Safe Serve Certified
- Reliable, Punctual, and Organized
- Event and Coordinating experience
Timeline
Server
Door 222
01.2022 - 01.2026
Bartender & Server
Outback Steakhouse
01.2013 - 04.2022
Certified Makeup Artist & Licensed Esthetician - undefined
Bellus Academy
Associate Degree - Biology
Front Range Community College