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Steven Geter

Steven Geter

Denver,CO

Summary

Dynamic server trainer with a proven track record at North Italia, excelling in new employee mentoring and exceptional communication. Skilled in staff scheduling and order management, I foster positive relationships to enhance training outcomes and elevate guest experiences. Committed to instilling industry standards and driving team success through strong leadership.


Competent Server Trainer offering 15 years of food service experience in high volume restaurants. Quick learner with good multitasking skills and exceptional work ethic. Delivers training on discussing menu items in detail, providing targeted suggestions, and finishing dishes for new employee development.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Server Trainer

North Italia
08.2022 - 07.2025
  • Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
  • Taught servers to memorize menu ingredients and provide information on preparation methods.
  • Utilized effective communication techniques to support server learning and comprehension.
  • Provided feedback and guidance to help servers develop industry skills and knowledge.
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of food and beverage service standards and led by example to instill in new servers.

Server

Blue Island Oyster Bar
10.2021 - 07.2022

- Collaborate with kitchen staff through POS and verbally to maximize the guests' experience

-Maintained clean and sanitizers work areas & tables

  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.

Server/Trainer

JAX Fish House and Oyster Bar
11.2020 - 09.2021
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with trainees to drive successful learning outcomes.
  • Instructed servers on proper techniques for taking orders, serving food and providing customer service.
  • Assisted in new server onboarding and orientation to cultivate seamless transitions.
  • Monitored new server performance and offered continuous support throughout training period.

Education

Business Management

University of Colorado
CO
05-2012

Business Management

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
05-2007

Skills

  • New employee mentoring
  • Money & Time Management
  • Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Outlook, PowerPoint
  • Product Presentation
  • Staff scheduling
  • Order management
  • Exceptional communication
  • Guest relations management
  • Strong leadership

Timeline

Server Trainer

North Italia
08.2022 - 07.2025

Server

Blue Island Oyster Bar
10.2021 - 07.2022

Server/Trainer

JAX Fish House and Oyster Bar
11.2020 - 09.2021

Business Management

University of Colorado

Business Management

East Carolina University