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Shawn Vanover

Hamilton

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with experience at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc, excelling in customer service and team collaboration. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences through effective multitasking and order accuracy. Skilled in safe food handling and optimizing workflow during peak periods, ensuring smooth operations and high customer satisfaction.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Host, To-Go Specialist, Prep Cook, Expediter/Server Assistant

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc
08.2024 - Current

Host-

  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.

Prep Cook-

  • Successfully ensured that our back-of-house operations were well-stocked during peak periods, including Easter, Father's Day, and Mother's Day.

Expediter/Server Assistant-

  • I effectively maintained the operation of our food window throughout peak periods during our busy weekends.

Ride Operator

Stickers Grove
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Followed safety procedures for operating and loading and unloading passengers from amusement park rides.
  • Adapted quickly to new ride assignments, learning proper operation techniques efficiently to minimize downtime between shifts.
  • Enhanced rider experience by enforcing safety procedures and providing clear instructions.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and safe ride area for guests.

Education

No Degree - Emergency Medicine

Butler Tech
Hamilton, OH
05-2026

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Multitasking proficiency
  • Effective time management
  • Team player mentality
  • Adaptable to change
  • Professional appearance
  • Order accuracy
  • Workflow optimization
  • Front of house organization
  • Hospitality and accommodation
  • Menu rotation
  • Takeout order processing

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Host, To-Go Specialist, Prep Cook, Expediter/Server Assistant

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc
08.2024 - Current

Ride Operator

Stickers Grove
08.2023 - 08.2024

No Degree - Emergency Medicine

Butler Tech