Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Server

Samantha Cruz

West Palm Beach,FL

Summary

Proven server at Hilton, adept in guest relations management and hospitality service expertise, enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and maintaining high cleanliness standards. Skilled in cash handling and fostering positive customer relationships, leading to significant repeat business. Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-volume dining settings, contributing to a collaborative and efficient team environment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Hilton
02.2021 - 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.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.

Server

IHOP
12.2008 - 01.2021

Greet guest, handle payment and serve guest

Education

Specialist In Psychology -

Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash Handling
  • Guest Engagement
  • Professional Appearance
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Memory retention
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Menu Memorization
  • Food Running
  • High-volume dining
  • Service prioritization
  • Sales expertise
  • Food safety understanding
  • Sales Techniques
  • Order Accuracy
  • Supply Restocking
  • Quality Control
  • Food safety practices
  • Performance Improvement
  • Table Bussing
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Guest Relations Management
  • Point of sale operation
  • Dining area maintenance
  • Relationship Management
  • Allergy awareness
  • Order Management
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Tableside Etiquette
  • Food sales and promotion
  • Guest Seating
  • Item promotion
  • Table Setting
  • Foreign language proficiency
  • Ordering Procedures
  • Table setting knowledge

Timeline

Server

Hilton
02.2021 - Current

Server

IHOP
12.2008 - 01.2021

Specialist In Psychology -

Keiser University
Samantha Cruz