Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Samantha  Hickoff

Samantha Hickoff

Erie,PA

Summary

Versatile and dynamic professional with extensive experience in hospitality and customer service. Excelled in staff training and supervision, enhancing team performance and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated exceptional communication skills and a commitment to quality control standards, fostering significant client loyalty and repeat business.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Bartender

St. MARYS CLUB
01.2024 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.

Food Preparation Worker

Tim Hortons
01.2014 - 10.2015
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Organized and re-stocked various stations and self-service items.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Supported the kitchen staff in maintaining a high level of cleanliness, ensuring compliance with all food safety regulations.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.

Banquet Captain

Bayfront Convention Center
08.2021 - Current
  • Ensured timely preparation of function spaces according to client specifications, providing them a hassle-free experience on their special day.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by overseeing banquet operations and ensuring smooth execution of events.
  • Handled client inquiries promptly and professionally, fostering excellent rapport and driving repeat business.
  • Promoted team collaboration among banquet staff members through effective leadership practices that fostered a supportive work environment.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for both staff and guests.
  • Developed creative solutions for unforeseen issues during events, minimizing disruptions while maximizing guest satisfaction.
  • Increased repeat business by developing strong relationships with clients and consistently delivering exceptional service.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively, turning potentially negative experiences into opportunities for improvement.

Shift Manager

Taco Bell
01.2018 - 02.2021
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
  • Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.

Head Bar Maid

Avalon Hotel & Conference Center
11.2015 - 07.2018
  • Engaged positively with residents while cleaning apartments and common areas.
  • Ensured timely completion of tasks by managing daily schedules efficiently and prioritizing workload.
  • Reduced client complaints through consistent attention to detail and maintaining high quality cleaning standards.
  • Disinfected bathrooms and removed mold from shower stalls and bathtubs.

Education

Diploma -

McDowell Highschool, Mill Creek, PA
2014

Skills

  • Staff training and supervision
  • Attentive service
  • Cash handling expertise
  • Taking inventory
  • POS system proficiency
  • Strong communication skills
  • Managing cash register
  • Quality control standards
  • Cash handling
  • Bar equipment maintenance
  • Customer service
  • Advanced bartending techniques
  • Sanitation
  • Team leadership
  • Safe food handling procedures
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Highly reliable
  • Outgoing personality
  • Staff management
  • Food service
  • Handling difficult customers
  • Menu memorization
  • Professional appearance
  • New hire training

Timeline

Head Bartender - St. MARYS CLUB
01.2024 - Current
Banquet Captain - Bayfront Convention Center
08.2021 - Current
Shift Manager - Taco Bell
01.2018 - 02.2021
Head Bar Maid - Avalon Hotel & Conference Center
11.2015 - 07.2018
Food Preparation Worker - Tim Hortons
01.2014 - 10.2015
McDowell Highschool - Diploma,
Samantha Hickoff