Motivated worker experienced in the restaurant industry. Proven relationship-building while providing excellent customer service, ensuring all orders are served timely and accurately. Skilled in multitasking and problem-solving while maintaining a positive attitude in a fast-paced work environment. Promotes long-term loyalty and successfully works as part of a team to reach personal and business goals.
● Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
● Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
● Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
● Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
● Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items
● Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
● Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.
● Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
● Made phone calls to assist customers with orders and returns.
● Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transactions.
● Set up and activated customer accounts.
● Assisted customers by providing information and resolving complaints
● Recommended, selected, located and obtained products to meet customer needs.
● Wiped and restocked counter areas, replenished cash drawer and checked server supplies.
● Performed regular restroom checks to restock and handle minor cleaning.
● Seated guests to seating area, cleaned menus and highlighted daily specials.
● Collected reservation information and communicated updates to guests via mobile device or in-person.
● Developed long-term relationships with customers to increase opportunities for repeat business.
● Answered phone calls to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
● Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests.
● Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.