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Shannon R. Bennett

Chicago,IL

Summary

Ambitious individual promoting a love of various cuisines and a dynamic understanding of the food and beverage industry. While always looking to learn more, 4 years and varying positions in the restaurant industry has provided a lot of knowledge. Experience in Asian specific and French specific cuisine.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Rang/ Chef D'etage

Merten's Hospitality
Grand Rapids, MI
07.2021 - Current
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Connect with guests through the history of the historic location.
  • Keep close track of progress of each guest.
  • Build and implement training materials

Bartender

Merten's Hospitality
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2021 - 06.2021
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.

Server/Bartender

Fujiyama
Grand Rapids, MI
09.2019 - 05.2021
  • Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items and performance strategies.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.

Kitchen Expeditor

Texas Roadhouse
Mt. Pleasant, MI
10.2018 - 02.2019
  • Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints.
  • Assisted preparation of food plates, overseeing quality and appearance.
  • Trained new expeditors and food runners according to company policies and standards.
  • Confirmed proper placement of products and side items while implementing special instructions.

Kitchen Expeditor

Texas Roadhouse
Kentwood, MI
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints.
  • Assisted preparation of food plates, overseeing quality and appearance.
  • Trained new expeditors and food runners according to company policies and standards.
  • Confirmed proper placement of products and side items while implementing special instructions.

Cashier

Lowe’s Home Improvement
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.

Education

Psychology

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
2027

Northview High School
Grand Rapids, MI
2017

Skills

  • Staff Supervision and Coordination
  • Resolving Complaints
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Quality Control and Oversight
  • Upselling and Cross Selling
  • Menu Memorization and Presentation

Timeline

Chef De Rang/ Chef D'etage

Merten's Hospitality
07.2021 - Current

Bartender

Merten's Hospitality
05.2021 - 06.2021

Server/Bartender

Fujiyama
09.2019 - 05.2021

Kitchen Expeditor

Texas Roadhouse
10.2018 - 02.2019

Kitchen Expeditor

Texas Roadhouse
06.2018 - 08.2018

Cashier

Lowe’s Home Improvement
06.2018 - 08.2018

Psychology

Central Michigan University

Northview High School
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