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Natalie Marvasti

Fort Lauderdale,FL

Summary

Hardworking with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Boatyard
Fort Lauderdale, FL
10.2021 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Checked food before serving it to customers.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Responded to ad hoc cleaning duties at end of shift.
  • Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
  • Garnished dishes and beverages to serve visually appealing menu items.
  • Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
  • Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
  • Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
  • Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
  • Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
  • Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
  • Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
  • Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
  • Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate levels of necessary supplies.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
  • Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Presented menus to patrons to answer questions about offered items and make suitable recommendations.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Recorded meal selections and transactions in microsystem to deliver prompt service.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
  • Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
  • Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
  • Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.

Server

Seawatch
Lauderdale By The Sea, FL
03.2016 - 03.2021
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.

Server

Bimini Boatyard Bar and Grill
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.2013 - 05.2015
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Checked food before serving it to customers.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Skills

  • Food Running
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Delivery
  • Order Management

Timeline

Server

Boatyard
10.2021 - Current

Server

Seawatch
03.2016 - 03.2021

Server

Bimini Boatyard Bar and Grill
05.2013 - 05.2015

Associate of Arts -

Broward College
Natalie Marvasti