Maintained an organized and well functioned kitchen.
Order Verification: reviews incoming food orders to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to customer specifications. Check that the kitchen team understands any special dietary requirements or allergy information.
Executed and supervised plate preparation according to temperature and condiment specifications.
Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
Effective communication, convey orders and modifications clearly to the kitchen staff and provide updates to servers regarding order status.
General Manager
Kulla Dula Guesthouse
06.2018 - 05.2023
Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
Guitar Teacher
Misbah&Friends School of Music
09.2016 - 05.2023
Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level.
Assessed each student's playing talent to tailor instruction to meet individual needs.
Provided guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels.
Developed comprehensive plans to increase repertoire, technical abilities and aural development.
Created custom lesson plans for students, advised on equipment purchases and assigned personalized homework to maximize learning and enhance lesson plans.
Hotel Reservations Agent
Grand Hotel Prishtina
05.2022 - 03.2023
Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons and improve customer retention rate.
Managed online travel agencies and calendars.
Guitar Teacher
Prenk Jakova Music School
09.2021 - 06.2022
Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level.
Assessed each student's playing talent to tailor instruction to meet individual needs.
Encouraged creativity and self-discovery through experimentation with musical instruments.
Provided guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels.
Developed comprehensive plans to increase repertoire, technical abilities and aural development.
Guitar Teacher
International School of Prishtina
10.2014 - 06.2015
Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level.
Assessed each student's playing talent to tailor instruction to meet individual needs.
Encouraged creativity and self-discovery through experimentation with musical instruments.
Took excerpts from various music texts to provide students with well-rounded knowledge and retained interest.
Provided guitar instruction to students of varying age and skill levels.
Developed comprehensive plans to increase repertoire, technical abilities and aural development.
Food Runner
Castle Hill Inn
05.2014 - 09.2014
Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints.
Delivered correct food items to tables according to order documentation.
Collaborated well with other food runners to deliver orders accurately.
Cleaned and sanitized food preparation and serving areas.
Busser
Forty 1 North
06.2013 - 09.2013
Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
Education
Master of Music in Performance - Music Performance - Classical Guitar
University of Prishtina
Prishtina, Kosovo
07.2020
Bachelor of Guitar - Music Performance - Classical Guitar
University of Prishtina
Prishtina, Kosovo
01.2017
Skills
Customer Service
Effective Time Management
Fast Learner
Music Theory
Guitar
Communication Skills
Computer Skills
Leadership Skills
Online Travel Agencies
English Speaking
Accomplishments
Winner of different guitar competitions.
Jury member of guitar competitions.
Certification
NYC Food Handlers Certification
Timeline
Expeditor/Food Runner
Castle Hill Inn
06.2023 - 09.2023
Hotel Reservations Agent
Grand Hotel Prishtina
05.2022 - 03.2023
Guitar Teacher
Prenk Jakova Music School
09.2021 - 06.2022
General Manager
Kulla Dula Guesthouse
06.2018 - 05.2023
Guitar Teacher
Misbah&Friends School of Music
09.2016 - 05.2023
Guitar Teacher
International School of Prishtina
10.2014 - 06.2015
Food Runner
Castle Hill Inn
05.2014 - 09.2014
Busser
Forty 1 North
06.2013 - 09.2013
Master of Music in Performance - Music Performance - Classical Guitar
University of Prishtina
Bachelor of Guitar - Music Performance - Classical Guitar