Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional References
Personal References
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Sam Barnett

Bellingham,WA

Summary

Dedicated and motivated individual seeking a company that values exceptional people skills and offers training by industry leaders in the art of providing top-notch customer service. Experience at Nordstrom Rack allowed for learning and embodying the renowned Nordstrom Way, ensuring unparalleled customer service delivery. Strong work ethic and genuine passion for the service industry, poised to make a valuable contribution to any organization. Dependable and successful in providing fast, high-quality customer service to guests in restaurant settings. Adaptable professional with expertise in personnel development, team collaboration, and issue resolution with customers, waitstaff, and management.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Shoes Department

Nordstrom Rack
06.2016 - 06.2017

Company Overview:

I worked at the Nordstrom rack where I stocked both men’s and women’s shoes. I was responsible for finding the left shoe in the back, where we kept all matches to the shoes out on the floor, in a timely manner. When the store was busy we were able to use our mobiles, which were phones that had a scanners and card readers attached to them so we could check out customers that had been waiting in line for an extensive amount of time.

  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color to maintain clean, visually-appealing showroom.
  • Collaborated with retail partners to ensure smooth transitions during clearance events, resulting in successful sales outcomes.
  • Ensured positive customer experiences by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.

Bus Boy/Expediter/Host/Waiter

Bellevue Club Hotel
06.2017 - 06.2020

Company Overview:

I started as a bus boy where I learned many techniques on how to quickly and proficiently bus a table. I had always been told I was every server’s favorite busser due to the fact that I was able to help them with all tasks, where it be making drinks to actually serving a table if they were busy. From there, I learned how to properly run food to a table making sure the customer had everything they needed and were satisfied. After a year, I was promoted to server where I learned how to input an order, make certain mixed drinks, master the beer and wine list and most importantly, provide outstanding service!

  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.

Server/Bartender/Supervisor

Asian1
08.2019 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lake Washington
Kirkland, WA
06.2016

Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA
09.2016 - 05.2017

Cascadia Community College
Bothell, WA
09.2017 - 05.2018

Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, WA
09.2019 - 05.2022

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash Handling
  • Guest Engagement
  • Staff Management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Inventory Control
  • Highly reliable
  • Customer Service
  • Strong multitasking

Professional References


  • Ian Scruton, Manager, Asian1, 970.366.9412
  • Rick Phan, Owner, Asian1, 360.224.5553

Personal References

  • Tarah Pittman, Friend/Co-worker at Asian1, 253.579.4746
  • Amy Harder, Family friend, 425.443.7709

Timeline

Whatcom Community College
09.2019 - 05.2022

Server/Bartender/Supervisor

Asian1
08.2019 - Current

Cascadia Community College
09.2017 - 05.2018

Bus Boy/Expediter/Host/Waiter

Bellevue Club Hotel
06.2017 - 06.2020

Central Washington University
09.2016 - 05.2017

Shoes Department

Nordstrom Rack
06.2016 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Lake Washington
Sam Barnett