SAMANTHA BISHOP
Kansas City,MO
Summary
High-energy professional skilled at welcoming guests, maintaining entrances and balancing server loads to optimize operations. Collaborative, hardworking and efficient at prioritizing and handling simultaneous tasks to promote positive dining experiences. Proven ability to improve workflow and enhance team efficiency, contributing significantly to the restaurant's reputation for excellence in service. Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving capabilities in fast-paced settings, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NONDESTRUCTIVE TECHNICIAN
Kansas Air National Guard
Topeka, KS
01.2019 - Current
- Inspects aerospace weapon systems components and support equipment for structural integrity, utilizing nondestructive inspection test methods, and performs fluid analysis.
- Successfully completed one 3 month long deployment and one 5 month long deployment.
- Holds the rank of Staff Sergeant, leading and teaching five airmen of lower rank than I in the shop. These responsibilities include leading inspections among aerospace weapon systems, and maintaining standards and accountabilities.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs, and maintenance plans to document work completed.
SERVER
Plate Italiano Moderno
Kansas City, MO
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Strong interpersonal skills; proven ability to interact professionally and efficiently with colleagues, customers, and vendors.
- Served food and beverages to patrons while maintaining communication with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to ensure a smooth transition for guests from start to finish.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Demonstrates proficiency in OpenTable and Aloha. Exhibited adaptability and eagerness to learn new technology platforms.
- Communicate menu offerings clearly, and make thoughtful recommendations based on guest preferences.
AXE THROWING COACH
Blade & Timber
Kansas City, MO
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Trained patrons in proper use of equipment for maximum safety
- Maintained conditions of all throwing apparatus, i.e
- Replacing handles, sharpening blades, cutting boards, etc
- Communicated with coaches and guests to discuss correct throwing procedures to maintain safety within the environment
- Remembered specific drink orders of guests in groups of up to 15 people to ensure a smooth and easy transition to get drinks out in a quick manner
SERVER
Zocalo
Kansas City, MO
12.2019 - 02.2022
- Worked as a team player to ensure open and healthy communication among workers, running food for other servers, and helping to make sure drinks were delivered in a timely manner
- Greeted an average of 300 customers a night, ensuring all booking were on correct tables
- Followed safety regulations and FDA codes when working with and preparing food and storing it
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Pursuing ADN
Kansas City Community College
Kansas City05-2027
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Microsoft office & excel
- Food and beverage pairings
- Health and safety regulations
- Check payment processing
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Air Force NDI 5 Level
- DOD Secret Security Clearance
Accomplishments
- Air and Space Achievement Medal
- Fall 2024 Dean's list
Timeline
SERVER
Plate Italiano Moderno
06.2024 - 03.2025
AXE THROWING COACH
Blade & Timber
03.2022 - 02.2023
SERVER
Zocalo
12.2019 - 02.2022
NONDESTRUCTIVE TECHNICIAN
Kansas Air National Guard
01.2019 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Pursuing ADN
Kansas City Community College
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