Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Noah Thurnau

Palmetto,FL

Summary

Proactive Manager and Server Trainer with extensive experience in conflict resolution and enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in cross-training employees, strategic planning, and performance management. Known for cultivating strong company culture, promoting employee engagement, and driving team success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Anna Maria Oyster Bar
04.2024 - Current
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges.

Server Trainer

Anna Maria Oyster Bar
06.2015 - 04.2024
  • Monitored dining room and guest flow to maximize table usage and minimize customer wait times
  • Prepared tables for customers use, include rearranging seating and tables to accommodate large groups.
  • Answered phone calls, booked reservations, and resolved customer service issues.
  • Familiarizing guests with menu and daily specials
  • Accurately recording food and drink orders
  • Running multi-course meals
  • Tallying bills
  • Menu knowledge: memorize details of daily specials, seasonal menu items and options.

Server Trainer

Kona Grill
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Monitored dining room and guest flow to maximize table usage and minimize customer wait times
  • Prepared tables for customers use, include rearranging seating and tables to accommodate large groups.
  • Answered phone calls, booked reservations, and resolved customer service issues.
  • Familiarizing guests with menu and daily specials
  • Accurately recording food and drink orders
  • Running multi-course meals
  • Tallying bills
  • Menu knowledge: memorize details of daily specials, seasonal menu items and options.

Education

High School Diploma -

Palmetto High School
Palmetto, FL
06.2017

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Customer Service
  • Coaching
  • Mentoring
  • Public Speaking
  • Performance management
  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management

Accomplishments

  • Played a pivotal role in the successful launch of a new store location, contributing to the strategic planning, execution, and operational setup, resulting in a seamless and high-impact market entry.
  • Earned ‘Employee of the Month’ recognition for exceptional performance and dedication, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and significantly contributing to team success and operational efficiency.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials for new employees, effectively standardizing company policies and procedures, which enhanced onboarding efficiency and ensured consistent adherence to organizational protocols.
  • Designed and implemented organizational systems and standards for the restaurant, streamlining operations and establishing best practices that enhanced efficiency, consistency, and overall guest experience.
  • Awarded First Responder: Recognized for exceptional reliability and commitment to emergency situations, demonstrating unwavering readiness and dependability. This accolade underscores my consistent presence and readiness to respond effectively under pressure.

Timeline

Manager

Anna Maria Oyster Bar
04.2024 - Current

Server Trainer

Kona Grill
12.2022 - 12.2023

Server Trainer

Anna Maria Oyster Bar
06.2015 - 04.2024

High School Diploma -

Palmetto High School
Noah Thurnau