Ryan Jackson
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Cheerful Hostess knowledgeable about greeting, seating and guiding guests to tables at busy restaurant. Skilled at scheduling dining reservations and addressing guest requests and complaints. Energetic and punctual individual committed to highest quality of service.
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Hardworking Server offers hospitality experience and enthusiasm for helping others. Familiar with organizing seating for individuals or parties to maximize guest satisfaction. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments to handle demanding workload.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Actor/Model
Pro Model & Talent Management
08.2022 - Current
- Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
- Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
- Participated in table reads and rehearsals, ensuring a thorough understanding of scripts and character motivations.
- Participated in multiple runway shows from New York Fashion Week to Atlanta International Fashion Week.
- Expanded professional network by attending workshops, conferences, and industry events, leading to increased opportunities for collaboration.
- Pursued continuous professional development through participation in acting classes, voice technique and model training programs, honing performance abilities.
Restaurant Hostess
Aria
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Greeted customers and assigned seating arrangements through a customized, automated system dedicated to optimizing customer preferences and server availability.
- Communicated with kitchen staff, monitored dining room activity and addressed customer concerns in a timely, professional manner to provide exceptional service.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Prioritized and ensured privacy for all high-profile clientele.
Server
Buffalo's Cafe
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Server
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Greeted guests, managed seating and recorded meal selections while providing exceptional service to the high volume of daily customers.
- Assisted in training new servers to manage the demand for the establishment's upscale climate, quality and standards.
- Certified in the ServeSafe Program to maintain health and safety guidelines for meal prep and service.
- Developed rapport with guests to generated customer loyalty and exceptional customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GASome College (No Degree) - Social Work
Campbell University
Buies Creek, NCSkills
- High-Volume Dining
- Reservations Coordination
- Dining Crew Workflow Optimization
- Cash Handling
- Exceptional customer service
- Guest engagement
- Service Prioritization
- Effective Customer Upselling
- Scheduling
- Safe Food Handling
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
Actor/Model
Pro Model & Talent Management
08.2022 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Aria
06.2022 - 10.2022
Server
Buffalo's Cafe
05.2022 - 09.2022
Server
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
06.2021 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Georgia State University
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Campbell University
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