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Phong Vay

Reno,Washoe

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitress

VN Pho
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
  • Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.

Bookkeeping and Manager Assistant

775 Vapes
01.2020 - 11.2022
  • Organization and time management
  • Disbursed payments from petty cash
  • Confirmed correctness of names, dates, information and facts before inputting data
  • Analyzed data for accuracy before inputting into system
  • Performed filing, data entry and record keeping of client files using [Software]
  • Assisted accounting staff with month-end financial reports to increase organizational turnaround times on completed reports for clients
  • Maximized deductions by completing tax and exemption reporting reviews in preparation for tax returns before filing
  • Problem solving and analytical.

Waitressg

Golden Flower
01.2010 - 12.2020
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.

Education

BBA - Finance

University of Nevada
Reno, NV
05.2015

Skills

  • Organization and Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Attention to Detail

Languages

Vietnamese
English

Timeline

Waitress

VN Pho
01.2022 - 10.2023

Bookkeeping and Manager Assistant

775 Vapes
01.2020 - 11.2022

Waitressg

Golden Flower
01.2010 - 12.2020

BBA - Finance

University of Nevada
Phong Vay