Samantha Aguirre
Beaumont
Summary
Highly skilled professional experienced in supporting restaurant operations. Maintained communication while working closely with servers, hosts and managers. Expert at providing exceptional customer service by quickly and energetically completing special requests. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server, Prep, Cashier
Black Bear Diner
Beaumont
03.2020 - 04.2025
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
- Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels by going extra mile to personalize service for each customer.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
- Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Assisted in training new servers.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TXSkills
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Food preparation and safety
- Food running
- Food spoilage prevention
- Team player
- Food service
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Food handling
- Warm and friendly
- Reliable and responsible
- Cool under pressure
- Organizational skills
- Cash register operation
- Adaptability
- Food safety practices
- Fast paced environment adaptability
- Multitasking and organization
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- I enjoy baking and cooking at home, sometimes I sell what I bake.
- I enjoy cleanliness and organization.
Timeline
Server, Prep, Cashier
Black Bear Diner
03.2020 - 04.2025
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Lamar Institute of Technology
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