Taryn Chopyak
Brandon
Summary
Experienced hospitality worker, always looking forward to working in fast-paced environments. Proven track record in providing excellent customer service. Strong focus on teamwork and cleanliness, consistently meeting changing needs. Excelling in multiple tasks, handling customer concerns, and maintaining clean and organized workspace. Reliable, positive attitude, and excellent communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Jotoro
02.2021 - 07.2025
- Provided support to my team members during busy shifts and helped support in any area necessary.
- Performed opening and closing duties, making sure the dining area was prepared for effective shifts and service.
- Enhanced customer experience by helping them celebrate special occasions (birthday, anniversary, etc).
- Maintained cleaning duties to ensure a clean environment for all customers and staff.
- Provided precise service during high-volume hours.
- Bussed and reset tables.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally and timely. Making sure any complaint was resolved.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on POS systems, allergy questions, and any key points they may need to be successful.
- Maintained organized service areas for team members to help make the shift as smooth as possible.
- Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Set positive tone for incoming guests and making them feel welcome at initial greet.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items.
- Explained menu items and suggested alternate options for food allergy concerns.
- Used slow periods to restock and plan ahead for busy dinner shifts.
Server
Fords Garage
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for seamless business.
- Followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations and completing all certifications for food handling and safety.
- Kept up with fast-paced environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders during peak hours or events.
- Utilized knowledge of menu to make recommendations, enhancing customer dining experience, and providing personal favorite menu items.
- Inspected all dishes and utensils before stocking them for the host staff.
Dishwasher, Busser, Take Out Counter, Server
Pizza Perfect
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Kept front-of-house areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing workspace areas.
- Followed manager instructions to complete tasks on time and get take out orders to customers quickly during peak times, like football games on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent customer and teammate incidents while bussing.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated to ensure cleanliness while dishwashing.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and refrigerators to keep all areas well maintained.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays in a timely manner.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent and sanitizers to ensure customer health and keep up with health code standards.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to help coverage of stations since I was able to work in all front-of-house areas of the restaurant.
- Utilized time management while bussing, giving out take out orders, and delivering food to tables during busy hours.
- Helped cater events and ensured all food, utensils, and napkins were provided for consumers.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Brandon, FL09.2022
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Personable
- Memory retention
- Hospitality service expertise
- Menu memorization
- Safe food handling
- Cleanliness standards
- High volume dining
- Food running
- Service prioritization
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Server
Jotoro
02.2021 - 07.2025
Server
Fords Garage
01.2019 - 02.2021
Dishwasher, Busser, Take Out Counter, Server
Pizza Perfect
10.2017 - 01.2019
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
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