Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
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Oviane Andrade Dos Santos

Ventura,CA

Summary

Based on my skills and experiences, I am confident that I will be a great asset for the position

I have over 25 years experience in hospitality ( Bar and Restaurant field ) I have been successful in training staff in several bars and restaurants in Brazil and in the U.S.

My resume highlights my abilities and experiences. I am excited and looking forward to possibly become a part of the team and I thank you in advance for taking the time to review my resume.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

The Twist OnMain
07.2021 - Current
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.

Server Manager

Texas De Brazil
12.2018 - 03.2020
  • Trained servers on order management, food service quality and how to build rapport with guests.
  • Welcomed and greeted guests before presenting special menu items to clients.
  • Led team of servers to consistently meet customer service and sales targets.
  • Handled guest complaints in positively and offered appreciation tokens to build customer loyalty.

Server

Bar Da Vila
03.2018 - 08.2018
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.

Assistant Manager

Coco Bambu
10.2015 - 04.2018

Trained employees in portuguese and english

Plan and organize special events

Assist general manager in all areas of the restaurant

Managed, place orders, organized and distributed inventory.


Manager

Vaca Veia Bar
02.2006 - 10.2014

Trained and managed staff

Educate staff on building rapport and effective communication to create repeat customers

  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cecilia Meireles High School
Sao Paulo Brazil
12.1997

Skills

  • Food Running
  • Supply Restocking
  • Guest Engagement
  • Order Management
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Table Bussing
  • Daily Specials Memorization
  • Food Delivery
  • Creativity
  • Management leadership Team Building
  • Industry Knowledge Effective Presentation
  • Strategic Planning Food Handling
  • Wine Knowledge
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Food Station Setup
  • Food and Beverage Pairing
  • Item Promotion
  • Order Accuracy
  • Hospitality Service Expertise
  • Menu Memorization

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Server

The Twist OnMain
07.2021 - Current

Server Manager

Texas De Brazil
12.2018 - 03.2020

Server

Bar Da Vila
03.2018 - 08.2018

Assistant Manager

Coco Bambu
10.2015 - 04.2018

Manager

Vaca Veia Bar
02.2006 - 10.2014

High School Diploma -

Cecilia Meireles High School
Oviane Andrade Dos Santos