Taylor Brazell
Arroyo Grande,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic and reliable professional that takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Inn At The Pier
03.2022 - Current
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Supervised set up of banquet food stations and coordinated service to multiple dining areas.
Server
Yanagi Sushi & Grill
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychological & Brain Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA05.2023
Skills
- Transactions and Cash Handling
- Food and Beverage Pairings
- Buffet Setup and Takedown
- Hospitality Service Expertise
- Natural Leadership
- Suggestive Selling
- Train Employees
- Cocktail Knowledge
- High-Energy and Stamina
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Server
Inn At The Pier
03.2022 - Current
Server
Yanagi Sushi & Grill
09.2020 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychological & Brain Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Cuesta College
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