Nicolette Basile
Lakewood Ranch
Summary
Passionate in hospitality with extensive experience in restaurants, excelling in customer service and food allergen awareness. Proven ability to enhance guest satisfaction through effective order accuracy and rapport-building. Skilled in time management and team collaboration, consistently delivering high-quality dishes while maintaining a clean and organized working environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Main Server
Flower Child
Lakewood Ranch, FL
09.2025 - Current
- As a main server its my responsibility to know the entire menu, allergens and proper guest procedures.
- Taking orders, building trust and rapport with regulars and keeping an organized and well stocked station.
- Also a lot of bussing, cleaning, ect.
- I greatly enjoy talking with anyone about food and helping guests feel comfortable.
Assistant Pastry Chef
Artisanal, Banner Elk, NC
Banner Elk, NC
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted in preparation of artisanal pastries and desserts using high-quality ingredients.
- This is a seasonal restaurant that I worked many positions in over 3 years.
Lead Saute Cook
Flour Shop, Charlotte, NC
Charlotte, NC
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Prepared and cooked a variety of sautéed pasta dishes according to established recipes and customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to food safety standards.
Poissonier, Fish Chef
Artisanal, Banner Elk, NC
Banner Elk, NC
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Butchered and fileted many different types or fish and seafood for the entire restaurant menu.
- Intensive cleaning procedures to keep kitchen and La Plancha in pristine condition.
Lead Grill Cook
The Kings Kitchen, Charlotte NC
02.2015 - 07.2016
- Supervised daily grill operations, ensuring consistent food quality and safety standards.
Education
Hospitality
FSU
2030
Certified Dental Assistant -
DATS
Lakewood, CO2028
Skills
- Menu memorization
- Memory retention
- Complaint Handling
- Multitasking
- Food allergen awareness
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Safe food handling
- Order accuracy
- Upselling techniques
Future Plans
I'd like to pursue a degree in hospitality. After taking a couple years break to raise my babies, I've realized I'm still very passionate about this industry and I know I have a bright future in hospitality. I like the Front of House and I'm excited to grow in such position.
Additional Information
Availability PM only until August, mornings will open up. (5pm-CL)
Timeline
Main Server
Flower Child
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Pastry Chef
Artisanal, Banner Elk, NC
05.2020 - 09.2020
Lead Saute Cook
Flour Shop, Charlotte, NC
08.2019 - 05.2020
Poissonier, Fish Chef
Artisanal, Banner Elk, NC
05.2017 - 11.2017
Lead Grill Cook
The Kings Kitchen, Charlotte NC
02.2015 - 07.2016
Hospitality
FSU
Certified Dental Assistant -
DATS