Customer-savvy host and busser accustomed to demanding work with little downtime. Dedicated team player with demonstrated training and problem-solving abilities. Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Host, Busser, Expo
Chuy's
Knoxville, United States
06.2021 - Current
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.
Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables.
Recorded available tables after seating each party using specialized seating software.
Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter and kitchen surfaces.
Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
Improved customer satisfaction rates by answering customers' questions and resolving issues.
Resolved and escalated customer issues quickly to uphold strong customer relations standards.
Delivered smooth and timely service to customers by offering additional silverware, extra napkins and cleaning spills.
Documented reservations and communicated changes to guests.
Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.