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Shanelle Mitchell

West Orange,NJ

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with 6+ years of experience in luxury dining and high-touch residential environments, recognized for driving exceptional guest experiences, mentoring teams, and elevating service standards. Proven ability to lead through influence, build strong client relationships, and contribute to operational excellence in fast-paced, high-expectation settings. Passionate about advancing into hospitality leadership roles where service, team development, and guest satisfaction intersect.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Waiter / Resident Experience Specialist

The Apsley
New York, NY
07.2025 - Current

• Deliver elevated, resident-focused dining experiences while serving as a key point of connection between residents, families, and service teams.

• Cultivate strong, trust-based relationships with residents, increasing engagement and satisfaction through personalized service.

• Leverage emotional intelligence to anticipate preferences and provide seamless, tailored service.

• Influence resident participation and enhance overall dining experience through authentic engagement.

• Collaborate with culinary and operations teams to ensure consistency, quality, and timeliness of service.

• Model professionalism and adaptability, contributing to a positive and high-performing team environment.

• Assist in onboarding and guiding new team members on service standards and resident engagement.

Server

Indigo – Fine Dining
Brooklyn, NY
08.2021 - 01.2025

• Delivered refined, high-volume service in a Michelin-starred environment serving VIP clientele.

• Acted as an informal leader, mentoring 10+ team members and reinforcing service excellence standards.

• Contributed to a 22% increase in guest satisfaction through personalized service and attention to detail.

• Partnered with sommeliers and chefs to enhance guest experiences and deepen product knowledge.

• Supported leadership initiatives including staff training, pre-shift briefings, and menu education.

• Recognized 3x as “Server of the Quarter” for outstanding performance and guest feedback.

• Demonstrated strong ownership of guest experience, resolving issues efficiently while maintaining brand standards.

Server

Atlantic Boat Club
Brooklyn, NY
06.2018 - 07.2021

• Delivered luxury dining experiences aligned with Forbes 5-star service standards.

• Exceeded upselling goals, generating $3,000+ in nightly revenue through strategic recommendations.

• Coordinated with kitchen, bar, and concierge teams to execute seamless and personalized guest experiences.

• Built a loyal base of returning guests through consistency and relationship-building.

• Maintained exceptional presentation standards across all aspects of service.

• Thrived in a fast-paced environment while upholding attention to detail and service quality.

Skills

LEADERSHIP & CORE SKILLS

Team Leadership & Staff Development

Guest Experience Strategy

Operational Excellence & Execution

Training & Onboarding

Client Relationship Management

Conflict Resolution & Service Recovery

Upselling & Revenue Growth

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Emotional Intelligence & Communication

Timeline

Waiter / Resident Experience Specialist

The Apsley
07.2025 - Current

Server

Indigo – Fine Dining
08.2021 - 01.2025

Server

Atlantic Boat Club
06.2018 - 07.2021
Shanelle Mitchell