Siamak Keshvari
Seattle,WA
Summary
High Energy restaurant worker skilled at welcoming guests and overseeing dining operations. Proficient in balancing server loads, kitchen staff limits and customer desires. Calm and level-headed in all types of situations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Host
Patagonia
09.2023 - Current
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
- Backed up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.
Server
The Harvest Vine
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
- Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
- Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables.
- Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter and kitchen surfaces.
- Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
- Monitored dining room inventory and replenished as necessary.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
Banquet Server
Best Western Executive Inn
06.2013 - 12.2019
- Food and beverage server, loaded trays with accessories such as eating utensils, napkins, or condiments
- Teamwork: Coordination and a great working relationship with my coworkers
- Facilitator & Event Planner: Place food servings on plates or trays according to orders or instructions
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
- Returned reusable goods and serving equipment for inventory and restock.
- Handled food and beverage orders for up to 300 guests, delivering prompt and friendly service
Barrista
Caffe Appassionato
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
- Learned every menu preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet all customer needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Complied with standards for merchandising, stocking and storing product.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots and other equipment.
- Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas every day.
Education
GED -
Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA06.2017
GED -
Azad University
Iran03.2013
Skills
- Customer service
- Conflict Resolution
- Cleanliness
- Positive attitude
- Time management
- POS Software
- Computer skill
- Basic math skills
- Menu memorization
- Timely food delivery
- Wine knowledge
Timeline
Host
Patagonia
09.2023 - Current
Server
The Harvest Vine
05.2022 - 09.2023
Barrista
Caffe Appassionato
12.2018 - 02.2019
Banquet Server
Best Western Executive Inn
06.2013 - 12.2019
GED -
Seattle Central Community College
GED -
Azad University
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