Tara Entrekin
Brooklyn
Summary
Seeking a serving position in fill Hardworking professional with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Altair Restaurant - Arlo Midtown
New York
01.2026 - Current
- Engaged guests with a menu inspired by four elements - Air, Water, Fire, and Earth, enhancing their dining experience through unique Modern-American Fare.
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Delivered exceptional service to high volume of daily customers, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
- Crafted and presented tableside drinks from an intricate cocktail menu, incorporating theatrical elements like smoke, mixing, flammable garnishes, and dissolving components.
Server Captain /Shift Supervisor
Cecconi's Dumbo
Brooklyn
02.2022 - 01.2026
- Oversaw service on the floor, working as an extension of management to assist, micros access to voids, comps, and discounts, and oversee the process of opening or closing the restaurant, locking the property, and relieving staff of their shift
- Worked as the Server Captain for all in-house private events, requiring acute serving abilities, sharing responsibilities with 1 other team member while serving up to 50 individuals in a private dining setting
- Experience serving and executing high profile events such as weddings, television show premieres, and corporate events
- Worked closely with the Executive Chef to plate, serve, and coordinate all food provided on our Private Prix Fixe Menu
Server
Cecconi's Dumbo
Brooklyn
06.2017 - 02.2022
- Provided upscale table service for all guests, wine service, and tableside food presentation
- Fileted fish, prepared tartare dishes, and tossed salad tableside
- Maintained high standard of food and beverage knowledge, wine knowledge, and steps of service
- Maintained a thorough understanding of menu items, ingredients, food allergy procedure, and daily specials created by our Executive Chef
- My position heavily incorporated social skills, networking abilities, interaction with high-profile guest and VIPs with high standards of customer care
- Gained extensive knowledge of hand-crafted cocktails, beers, wines, and top shelf liquor
Breakfast Server
Arlo SoHo
New York
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Opened the restaurant and prepared barista station and espresso machine for service, set up breakfast buffet, and prepared the host stand with standard breakfast menus.
- Served a high volume number of hotel guests during breakfast service in a fast-paced environment.
- Handled breakfast vouchers, meal credits, and complimentary services provided to VIP guests staying at Arlo SoHo, as well as maintained a high standard of service for any and all public guests frequenting the restaurant.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY05-2022
BFA - Graphic Design, Design Management
The New School: Parsons School of Design
New York, NY01-2017
Skills
- Proficient in MICROS, Aloha, Toast, and Various Independent Business POS
- American/European Fine Dining Etiquette
- Wine, Beer, and Craft-Cocktail Knowledge
- Experience in high-volume establishments often netting 1500 covers daily
- Events & large party management
- Strong Leadership & Teambuilding Capabilities
Skillset
- Events & large party management
- Proficient in MICROS & Various Independent business POS
- American/European Fine Dining Etiquette
- Wine, Beer, and Craft-Cocktail Knowledge
- Strong Leadership & Teambuilding Capabilities
References
Asmaa Mokhtar - People & Development
Cecconi's DUMBO
(928) 792 - 7501
Gary Schenk - General Manager
Cecconi's DUMBO
gschenk88@gmail.com
Gary Wallach - Owner
Renwick Hospitality
gary@renwicknyc.com
Timeline
Server
Altair Restaurant - Arlo Midtown
01.2026 - Current
Server Captain /Shift Supervisor
Cecconi's Dumbo
02.2022 - 01.2026
Breakfast Server
Arlo SoHo
01.2019 - 06.2019
Server
Cecconi's Dumbo
06.2017 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
BFA - Graphic Design, Design Management
The New School: Parsons School of Design