Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Miscellaneous work
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Sami Taylor

San Diego,USA

Summary

Professional hospitality worker with extensive experience in delivering high-quality service in busy dining settings. Known for strong focus on teamwork and achieving customer satisfaction. Versatile and reliable, adapting to changing needs and ensuring smooth operations through excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server

Dave & Buster's
05.2024 - Current
  • Guided new staff to maintain high operational standards.
  • Built rapport with guests to increase customer loyalty.
  • Coordinate with kitchen and bar staff to maintain seamless service flow.

HR Manager

Divergent Marketing Solutions
08.2021 - 03.2024
  • Directed new hire orientation, documentation, and onboarding processes.
  • Developed and executed strategies to enhance employee retention.
  • Collaborated with department heads to advance goal-setting and performance growth.
  • Supported development of training programs to boost team performance.

Server

Chilis's Bar and Grill
02.2020 - 06.2021
  • Provided exceptional service in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
  • Processed POS transactions, maintaining adherence to alcohol service policies.
  • Increased guest satisfaction levels.

Server

Sedona Taphouse
02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Managed point-of-sale transactions efficiently.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of beer and wine offerings, including 50 on tap.
  • Established strong connections with customers.
  • Showcased in-depth knowledge of diverse menu selections.

Server

Burtons Grill
04.2018 - 08.2019
  • Ensured efficient service delivery in a dynamic, team-focused atmosphere.
  • Handled POS transactions and adhered to alcohol service policies.
  • Achieved certification in food allergy management, aligning with restaurant's specialization.
  • Refined dining ambiance to improve guest satisfaction.

Bartender

Outback Steakhouse
05.2017 - 05.2020
  • Prepared and served a variety of cocktail drinks.

Managed cash transactions with precision.

  • Delivered comprehensive training to newly hired staff.
  • Managed and organized liquor stock efficiently.

Education

Associates - Psychology

Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville
06.2020

Skills

  • Employee Onboarding & Training
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Strategic Planning
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Leadership & Team Building
  • Time Management & Organization
  • Adaptability in Fast-Paced Settings

Certification

  • California Food Handler Certification – Valid
  • Alcohol Beverage Service Training (RBS Certified) – Valid
  • Sexual Harassment Prevention Training – Completed
  • ServSafe Allergen Certificate- Completed

Languages

American Sign Language
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Miscellaneous work

Worked the BPA opens in Indian Wells 2025 as a bartender in a private lounge for 3 weeks


Work different bartending catering events from 2020 to present

Timeline

Server

Dave & Buster's
05.2024 - Current

HR Manager

Divergent Marketing Solutions
08.2021 - 03.2024

Server

Chilis's Bar and Grill
02.2020 - 06.2021

Server

Sedona Taphouse
02.2019 - 03.2020

Server

Burtons Grill
04.2018 - 08.2019

Bartender

Outback Steakhouse
05.2017 - 05.2020

Associates - Psychology

Piedmont Virginia Community College