Ryan Mahala
Jackson
Summary
Enthusiastic professional with experience in the restaurant industry, excelling in multitasking and organization. Committed to delivering excellent service and managing customer feedback effectively to enhance overall dining experiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Olive Garden Restaurant
Freehold
02.2025 - Current
- Mixed and served beverages according to standard recipes and customer preferences.
- Managed bar inventory, ensuring stock levels met restaurant demands.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area throughout shifts.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Server
Olive Garden Restaurant
Freehold
10.2024 - Current
- Served guests with professionalism and courtesy at Olive Garden
- Provided menu recommendations based on guest preferences
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
Restaurant Busser/Food Runner
Solo Bella
Jackson New Jersey
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Cleared and reset tables efficiently for incoming guests.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Monitored dining area for guest needs and responded quickly to requests.
- Cleared tables to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times.
- Assisted servers by refilling beverages, clearing dishes, carrying trays and delivering food items to the table.
Education
Finance
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJSkills
- Time management
- Exceptional customer service
- Multitasking and organization
- Upselling techniques
- Strong work ethic
- Menu memorization
- Customer feedback management
Timeline
Bartender
Olive Garden Restaurant
02.2025 - Current
Server
Olive Garden Restaurant
10.2024 - Current
Restaurant Busser/Food Runner
Solo Bella
06.2019 - 03.2020
Finance
Rowan University