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SALOME MEJIA

BERGENFIELD,NJ

Summary

Proven leader in hospitality, enhancing customer satisfaction and team efficiency at Eddie V's Prime Seafood & Steaks. Excelled in training staff, leveraging exceptional communication and leadership development skills to drive service excellence. Achieved significant sales growth through effective upselling and attention to detail, without compromising service quality.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitress Trainer

Eddie V's Prime Seafood & Steaks
2023.08 - Current
  • Developed strong communication skills by effectively conveying information between kitchen staff, management, and waitstaff.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing guest concerns promptly.
  • Maintained consistent customer satisfaction rates through attentive listening skills and prompt issue resolution when necessary.
  • Provided support during high volume periods by efficiently managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.

Waitress Trainer

The Vine
2023.04 - 2023.08

Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.

Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.

Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.

Greeted new customers, discussed features and took drink orders.

Waitress Trainer

Bayshore Club
2022.06 - 2022.12

Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.

Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.

Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness. Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.

Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.

Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.

Waitress, Hostess and Delivery Driver

Noches De Colombia
2021.08 - 2022.06
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.

Sales Associate

H&M Retail
2020.10 - 2021.04
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Education

High School Diploma -

Liceo Andino
Pereira, Colombia
12.2018

Skills

  • Team motivation
  • Memory retention
  • Efficient Movement
  • Exceptional communication
  • Safe handling procedures
  • Training expertise
  • Service prioritization
  • Attention to Detail
  • Leadership Development

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Waitress Trainer

Eddie V's Prime Seafood & Steaks
2023.08 - Current

Waitress Trainer

The Vine
2023.04 - 2023.08

Waitress Trainer

Bayshore Club
2022.06 - 2022.12

Waitress, Hostess and Delivery Driver

Noches De Colombia
2021.08 - 2022.06

Sales Associate

H&M Retail
2020.10 - 2021.04

High School Diploma -

Liceo Andino
SALOME MEJIA