Tariku Neunaber
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dependable server successful providing fast, high-quality customer service to guests in restaurant settings. Adaptable professional with expertise in personnel development, team collaboration and resolving issues with customers, waitstaff and management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server and Food Runner
Red's Kitchen and Tavern
2021.01 - 2023.12
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
Wellness Staff
YMCA
2019.03 - 2022.08
- Worked with children after school
- Taught young adults and adults how to use gym equipment
- Managed the fitness floor.
Food prep and server
Farr's Famous Chicken at Hampton Beach
2020.04 - 2020.10
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Utilized expert knowledge of dietary restrictions to assist patrons in making informed menu selections tailored to individual preferences or limitations.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Contributed to inventory management by monitoring stock levels and notifying management when supplies were low.
Landscaper
Down To Earth
2018.11 - 2019.12
- Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Utilized creative design techniques to maximize aesthetic appeal of landscaping projects.
- Trained new team members on best practices in landscaping techniques ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
Education
Exeter High School
Seacoast School Of Technology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL05.2026
Human Biology
Great Bay Community College
Portsmouth, NH08.2022
Skills
- Hospitality best practices
- Allergy awareness
- Guest Engagement
- High Energy and Stamina
Skills And Awards
- Certified in First Aid and CPR through Red Cross.
- Leadership skills
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Cooperative
- American Legion Award - 2018
- Player choice award by freshman coach
- Citizenship award - 2015
- Captain of the varsity soccer team - 2020
Community Services
- Special Olympics volunteer - 2019
- Peer partners - Year of 2018, worked with disabled students at my high school
- Ran and organized my own fundraiser
- Collected soccer balls to give to kids in Ethiopia
- Provided books, pencils, and notebooks to schools in Ethiopia
- Donated solar flashlights, knives, cutting boards, and water bottles to the people in Ethiopia
Current
College student
Extracurricular Activities
Soccer - Exeter High School, Varsity (sophomore year), Varsity captain Soccer - Seacoast United NPL (National Premier League) Team, Travel team - 3 years
Certification
Certified in First Aid and CPR through Red Cross
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Server and Food Runner
Red's Kitchen and Tavern
2021.01 - 2023.12
Food prep and server
Farr's Famous Chicken at Hampton Beach
2020.04 - 2020.10
Wellness Staff
YMCA
2019.03 - 2022.08
Landscaper
Down To Earth
2018.11 - 2019.12
Exeter High School
Seacoast School Of Technology
University of North Florida
Human Biology
Great Bay Community College
Certified in First Aid and CPR through Red Cross
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