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NATALIE KEREKES

NATALIE KEREKES

Morgantown,WV

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in customer service and team collaboration at Olive Garden. Proven ability to enhance dining experiences through effective table management and order entry. Skilled in cash handling and problem-solving, consistently contributing to operational efficiency and guest satisfaction. Passionate about delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Olive Garden Restaurant
Morgantown, WV
11.2024 - Current
  • Delivered beverages, appetizers, entrees, and desserts to guests in an efficient manner.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
  • Conducted daily side work duties, such as restocking condiments.
  • Worked with the POS system to input orders and cash out.

Dance Instructor

Movements in Dance
Fairmont, West Virginia
08.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated form and technique to cement foundational concepts and help dancers master fundamentals
  • Developed and delivered dance curriculum for students at various skill levels
  • Taught diverse dance forms through individual lessons and group sessions
  • Prepared students for competitions with rigorous instructional and practice sessions

Restaurant Hostess

Olive Garden
Morgantown, West Virginia
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • Kept host station stocked with menus, silverware and kids' supplies for new guests
  • Assisted with efficient and successful operations by helping facilitate communications between front and back of house teams
  • Maintained efficient dining operations by monitoring incoming guest levels and table turnover
  • Stayed positive and upbeat, expertly managing service issues and conflicts

Cashier

Coal Country Miniature Golf
Fairmont, West Virginia
04.2021 - 07.2023
  • Kept clean, organized and well-stocked checkout areas and 'clubhouse'
  • Maintained upkeep of golf course and batting cages
  • Informed managers of ideas to improve service and appearance of the facility
  • Balanced cash drawer at beginning and end of each shift

Education

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

High school or equivalent -

East Fairmont High School
Fairmont, WV

Skills

  • Order entry
  • POS system
  • Table management
  • Supply restocking
  • Customer service
  • Menu knowledge
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Cash handling
  • Problem solving

Volunteer Experience

Shadowed at Elevate Physical Therapy and Country Roads Physical Therapy in Fairmont, WV during high school.

Timeline

Server

Olive Garden Restaurant
11.2024 - Current

Restaurant Hostess

Olive Garden
01.2024 - 11.2024

Dance Instructor

Movements in Dance
08.2023 - Current

Cashier

Coal Country Miniature Golf
04.2021 - 07.2023

West Virginia University

High school or equivalent -

East Fairmont High School
NATALIE KEREKES