NATHAN SIMMONS
Harrogate,US
Summary
Focused server. Successful at multi-tasking and delivering prompt and friendly service to all customers. Talented at maintaining a positive attitude and great sense of humor during peak hours. Organized and efficient server. High energy. Depth perception. Quick learner. Courteous, professional demeanor. Customer-focused. Service industry background. Up-selling capability.
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Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
1919 Grill & Bar
Cumberland Gap, TN
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
- Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
- Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
- Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
Server/Bartender
Byrd's Restaurant
Newport News, VA
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Standard server responsibilities worked : greet guests, took orders, run food, coffee/drink refills, polish/roll silverware, bus tables
- Servers work on a tip pool while maintaining the needs/wants of ALL the guests/tables
- Observed tables to promptly respond to requests and refill beverages
- Assisted with guest inquiries, take-out orders and restaurant cleanliness
- Engaged in suggestive selling and other sales techniques
- Completed finishing touches such as garnishes on dishes before final delivery.
Server/Bartender
Pies & Pints - Fayetteville, WV
Fayetteville, WV
04.2015 - 10.2018
- Achieved the required Cicerone Certification to obtain employment with the company
- Maintained a 6-8 table section while averaging 1,300$ in sales per shift
- Handled 20+ head walk-in parties regularly
- Attended 2-3 Beer Server Classes per year while gaining a plethora of beer knowledge
- Relayed orders to bar and kitchen by quickly and accurately recording guest selections and keying them into the register
- Supervised, trained and developed team members in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
Server/Bartender
California Pizza Kitchen
Norfolk, VA
03.2013 - 03.2015
- Started as a table server and quickly moved into the bar manager position
- Serviced an 18 seat bar while mixing/pouring drinks and cocktails for the entire restaurant
- Ordered and managed the beer/liquor inventory for the restaurant
- Preformed the checkout procedures for all servers
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about the restaurant's menu and products
- Maintained a clean and presentable bar with tableware, spotless glassware, silverware and linens
- Monitored guest for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management.
Education
Some college (No degree) -
ITT Tech
Winter Park, FLSkills
- Focused server
- Successful at multi-tasking
- Delivering prompt and friendly service
- Maintaining a positive attitude
- Great sense of humor
- Organized and efficient server
- High energy
- Depth perception
- Quick learner
- Courteous, professional demeanor
- Customer-focused
- Service industry background
- Up-selling capability
Timeline
Server
1919 Grill & Bar
09.2022 - 09.2024
Server/Bartender
Byrd's Restaurant
10.2018 - 03.2020
Server/Bartender
Pies & Pints - Fayetteville, WV
04.2015 - 10.2018
Server/Bartender
California Pizza Kitchen
03.2013 - 03.2015
Some college (No degree) -
ITT Tech
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