Samara Hale
La Porte,IN
Summary
I am a quick learner who likes to take action. I have developed excellent communication skills working in the service industry over the years. I always have a smile on my face and enjoy working. I love to be a leader and organizer to motivate others around me.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Timothy’s Restaurant
New Buffalo, MI
08.2024 - Current
- Answer guest questions and resolve issues to enhance dining experience
- Make sure dining area is in order by resetting tables promptly after guests leave
- Take and deliver customer orders accurately and efficiently
- Communicate with kitchen staff for timely food preparation and delivery
- Ensure relationships with regular customers
- Use Toast POS System
- Training new hires
- Advanced understanding of wine, beer, cocktails
Server
Portofinos
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Wine and alcohol knowledge
- Maintain stock levels of condiments and utensils
- Strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously while still giving attentive service
- Learned how to use very old POS computer
- Banquet Style Party Experience
Server
Round the Clock
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Communicate with customers enthusiastically
- Run food and balance heavy trays
- Pre-buss tables
- Make sure customer completely satisfied
- Always have a smile
Walmart Associate
Walmart
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Responsibilities included:
- Help customers when needed
- Use technology provided
- Work on a team
- Met strict particular goals provided by company
Cashier/Prep/Cook
Popeyes
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Responsibilities included:
- Operated cash register and credit card machine
- Operated fryers and prepared food according to directions
- Cleaned and Organized Store
Cashier/Order Taking
Wendy’s
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Responsibilities included:
- Processed customer orders
- Operated cash register and credit card machine
- Maintained safety and sanitation standards throughout the entire store
Education
Business Administration
Indiana Wesleyan University
01-2023
High School - Biomedical Science Class, Genetics, Anatomy
LaPorte High School
La Porte, IN01-2022
Skills
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Customer service
- Professional appearance
- Menu memorization
- Food running
- High volume dining
- Table bussing
- Upselling techniques
- Price memorization
- Dietary restrictions knowledge
- Hostess support
- Menu item recommendation
Accomplishments
- A/B Honor Roll 2018-2022
- Church Scholarship 2022
- 4 years Varsity Gymnastics Team 2018-2022
- Liquor License 2023
Timeline
Server
Timothy’s Restaurant
08.2024 - Current
Server
Portofinos
09.2023 - 08.2024
Server
Round the Clock
03.2023 - 10.2023
Walmart Associate
Walmart
03.2022 - 03.2023
Cashier/Prep/Cook
Popeyes
05.2021 - 08.2022
Cashier/Order Taking
Wendy’s
07.2020 - 04.2021
High School - Biomedical Science Class, Genetics, Anatomy
LaPorte High School
Business Administration
Indiana Wesleyan University