Raquel Torres-Padilla
Chicago,IL
Summary
Positive and upbeat professional makes guests feel welcome while balancing diverse business requirements. Knowledgeable about server loads, kitchen output and customer preferences. Successful in maintaining productivity and calm in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Hostess/To-Go Specialist
Stax Cafe
Chicago, IL
10.2022 - Current
- Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
- Assigned seating arrangements based on customer preferences and restaurant policies.
- Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Collaborated with team to deliver timely service of items.
- Packaged and bagged cooked food and prepared items.
- Received payments, returned accurate change and closed checks in POS system.
- Processed payments for take-out orders using POS system or credit card machine accurately and efficiently.
Restaurant Hostess
Los Magueyes Restaurant
Burbank, IL
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
- Assigned seating arrangements based on customer preferences and restaurant policies.
- Managed reservations, waitlists, and special requests for large parties.
- Provided assistance to servers as needed including refilling beverages and clearing plates from tables.
- Checked identification of patrons ordering alcoholic beverages when necessary.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies and cleaning work areas.
Server
Mariscos La Diabla
Chicago, IL
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05-2026
Skills
- Menu Memorization
- Conflict Resolution
- Supply Restocking
- Server Support
- Greeting guests
- Handling Complaints
- Active Learning
- Payment Processing
- POS system operations
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Alcohol Seller/Server License – State Liquor Control Board [varies by state].
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess/To-Go Specialist
Stax Cafe
10.2022 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Los Magueyes Restaurant
06.2020 - 10.2022
Server
Mariscos La Diabla
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Alcohol Seller/Server License – State Liquor Control Board [varies by state].
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Saint Xavier University
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