Tamara Dedmon
Wenatchee
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated server with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills. Proven ability to enhance guest engagement and increase sales through suggestive selling. Experienced in high-volume dining environments, maintaining cleanliness standards, and managing cash handling with accuracy. Committed to delivering memorable dining experiences.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Fire at Pybus
01.2022 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting and assisting guests promptly.
- Learned menu items thoroughly to answer questions and make recommendations effectively.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining areas throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order delivery.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Server/Bartender
Saddle Rock Brewery
01.2022 - 07.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries and needs.
- Managed food and beverage orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to tables.
- Trained new staff on menu offerings, service protocols, and operational standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline order preparation and enhance overall efficiency.
- Developed rapport with regular customers, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere and repeat business.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Server/Bartender
Rhein Haus
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Kept up with fast-paced environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders during peak hours.
- Increased sales by suggesting additional items like desserts and drinks based on customers' orders.
- Maintained high standards of personal appearance and hygiene, reflecting positively on establishment.
Bartender
The Lee Restaurant
06.2008 - 05.2019
- Mix and serve beverages while adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Create and maintain a welcoming atmosphere for diverse clientele.
- Train and mentor junior bartenders on drink preparation techniques.
- Manage inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of supplies.
- Handle cash transactions accurately, maintaining financial accountability.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Education
Real Estate Licensing
Renton Technical College
Renton, WAHigh School Diploma - Standard
Timberline High School
Lacey, WA06.1989
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Professional appearance
- Hospitality service expertise
- Customer service
- Cleanliness standards
- Safe food handling
- High volume dining
- Supply restocking
- Quality control
- Food safety practices
- Suggestive selling
- Point of sale operation
- Beverage preparation
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Server
Fire at Pybus
01.2022 - Current
Server/Bartender
Saddle Rock Brewery
01.2022 - 07.2025
Server/Bartender
Rhein Haus
09.2020 - 12.2021
Bartender
The Lee Restaurant
06.2008 - 05.2019
Real Estate Licensing
Renton Technical College
High School Diploma - Standard
Timberline High School