Tangier Benton
Pearland,TX
Summary
Dynamic Accounts Payable Clerk with proven expertise at Perry’s Restaurant in streamlining invoice processing and enhancing vendor relationships. Skilled in data entry and critical thinking, I successfully reduced processing errors and late payment penalties, ensuring timely payments and maintaining high data integrity. Committed to delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Clerk
Perry’s Restaurant
Houston, TX
09.2021 - Current
- Filed quarterly invoices in file cabinets.
- Data entry per invoice into compeat software
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Maintained high level of data integrity by consistently updating vendor information in the system accurately.
- Streamlined invoice processing by implementing efficient filing and tracking systems.
- Reduced processing errors, implemented double-check system for all outgoing payments.
- Managed complex problem-solving for upper management in order to complete projects on-time and within budget.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Reduced late payment penalties by closely monitoring due dates and managing timely payments.
Server
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
Houston, TX
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
Office Administrator
Perrys Steakhouse & Grille
Houston, TX
07.2018 - 09.2020
- Uploaded invoices for the corporate team for processing invoices.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
- Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
- Maximized office space utilization by maintaining a clean, organized work environment that encouraged productivity and efficiency.
- Improved office efficiency by streamlining filing systems, ensuring documents were easily accessible.
Head Hostess
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
Houston, TX
01.2009 - 2017
- I have worked at several locations: Baybrook, Cinco Ranch, Memorial City, & River Oaks.
- Trained and mentored new staff members to ensure consistent service quality and adherence to restaurant policies.
- Established a welcoming atmosphere by greeting guests promptly and professionally upon arrival.
- Streamlined the seating process for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for guests.
- Coordinated large parties and events, ensuring seamless service from arrival through departure.
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
- Documented reservations, alerted servers, and managers of large groups and prepared seating.
- Handled guest complaints with tact and diplomacy, working to find satisfactory resolutions promptly.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Developed strong relationships with returning guests, encouraging loyalty and driving repeat business.
- Oversaw the dining room layout and table settings, ensuring compliance with restaurant standards and aesthetics.
- Maintained a clean, organized hostess stand, contributing to an inviting ambiance throughout the restaurant.
- Managed communication between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for smoother service during peak hours.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
Education
Certificate - Technology Computer Graphics
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX08.2015
Skills
- Data entry
- Accounts payable
- Invoice processing
- Vendor invoice processing
- Purchase orders
- Critical thinking
- Word processing
- Data entry and 10-key
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft office
- Transaction reviewing
- Data inputting
- Check processing
- Bill payment
Accomplishments
I have grown within a company for over 16 years. I plan to take those skills and excel in another department.
Timeline
Accounts Payable Clerk
Perry’s Restaurant
09.2021 - Current
Server
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
09.2020 - 01.2021
Office Administrator
Perrys Steakhouse & Grille
07.2018 - 09.2020
Head Hostess
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
01.2009 - 2017
Certificate - Technology Computer Graphics
San Jacinto College