Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Ribeka Blinn

Allegany

Summary

Motivated restaurant server with extensive knowledge of hospitality etiquette. Spirited and communicative individual polished in assisting with the needs of patrons. Customer oriented employee with years of experience in customer service and time management.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Restaurant Server

Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino
Salamanca
08.2021 - Current
  • Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest dining experiences.
  • Took food and drink orders accurately and promptly for timely delivery.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dining area to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Provided a fun, relaxing attitude to accompany the vacation and gaming style atmosphere.

Restaurant Server

Sassy’s Truck Stop
Limestone
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest dining experiences.
  • Took food and drink orders accurately and promptly for timely delivery.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Answered phone calls to assist with pick up orders while juggling my dining in customers.
  • Planned orders accordingly for truck drivers on quick stops to ensure not to back up their turnaround times.

Restaurant Runner

Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino
Salamanca
05.2018 - 10.2020
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of service areas and equipment.
  • Assisted wait staff by providing timely support during peak hours.
  • Adhered to safety and sanitation guidelines while handling food items.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils, and refilling beverages.
  • Adhered to the needs of servers to ensure they were able to provide the ultimate experience for resort guests.

Team Coach

Storm Athletics All-star Cheerleading
Olean
08.2014 - 03.2018

I started at Storm Athletics as an athlete and was offered a junior coaching position which I used to help cover the expenses of being a travel athlete. When I aged out of the program I continued on as a head coach and tumbling instructor. Coaching multiple teams, instructing many classes and provided private lessons to athletes.

  • Developed training programs for cheerleading techniques and performance improvement.
  • Led team practices, ensuring skill development and safety compliance.
  • Mentored athletes, fostering teamwork and personal growth within the team.
  • Evaluated athlete performance to provide constructive feedback and support.
  • Collaborated with parents to communicate goals and progress updates effectively.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure training environment for athletes.

Shipping laborer

Cutco Cutlery
Olean
10.2017 - 01.2018

I was seasonally employed at CUTCO for a ninety-day position during the holiday seasons two consecutive years. Oct. 2017-Jan. 2018 and Oct. 2018 to Jan. 2019.

  • Assembled knife sets following strict quality control guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in the production area.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes.
  • Managed inventory of supplies and materials for production needs.
  • Followed safety standards to promote a safe working environment.
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
  • Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.

Education

Olean High School
Olean, New York

Two Year Media Communications Certificate - Media Communications

Olean BOCES
Olean, New York
09.2014 - 06.2016

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Food safety
  • Menu knowledge
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Cash handling
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability to changes
  • Quality control
  • Tableside service
  • Memory retention
  • Task prioritization

Certification

  • CPR certified
  • TIPS trained and certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Restaurant Server

Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino
08.2021 - Current

Restaurant Server

Sassy’s Truck Stop
09.2020 - 08.2021

Restaurant Runner

Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino
05.2018 - 10.2020

Shipping laborer

Cutco Cutlery
10.2017 - 01.2018

Two Year Media Communications Certificate - Media Communications

Olean BOCES
09.2014 - 06.2016

Team Coach

Storm Athletics All-star Cheerleading
08.2014 - 03.2018

Olean High School
Ribeka Blinn