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Taylor Locklear

Lumberton,NC

Summary

Energetic Hostess with exceptional experience-enhancing customer experiences in foodservice setting. Courteous and friendly when directing customers to tables, giving directions and taking reservations.Customer-focused candidate eager to put excellent communication and interpersonal skills into practice. Handles reservations, seating arrangements and payments. Trainable and committed to creating warm and inviting atmosphere.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

House Sitter

Multiple Clients
10.2023 - 01.2024

I would help my parents friends and would apply on Indeed . I would also take jobs from Indeed, just for short periods of time. I was most comfortable house sitting for family friends.

Restaurant Hostess

Fullers BBQ
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
  • Promoted business loyalty by fostering positive customer relationships.
  • Backed up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Checked in with servers to confirm preparedness before seating customers.
  • Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
  • Took initial drink orders and relayed information to wait or bar staff.
  • Provided patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.
  • Reported problematic guests to management to foster safe and pleasant environment.
  • Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Communicated clearly with kitchen staff about guest needs and dietary restrictions, ensuring accurate orders were prepared as requested.
  • Contributed to positive team atmosphere by supporting coworkers during peak hours or when understaffed.


Volunteer

Community Chapel Building
06.2023 - 08.2023

I would help organize and set up tables and chairs inside building. I would also help clean before and after setups. Make sure everyone was satisfied at events there. I would help assist anyone with food or beverages if present. I would also happily greet people and genuinely enjoyed my time there.

  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.


  • Planted and maintained gardens to provide fresh produce for individuals in need.
  • Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.


Education

High School Diploma -

Purnell Swett High School
Pembroke, NC
06.2025

Skills

  • Seating arrangements
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Food Safety Standards
  • Reservations Coordination
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Large Party Preparation
  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • Wait List Management
  • Table Bussing
  • Restroom Servicing
  • Greeting guests

Certification

  • CPR Training - Spring 2024
  • Stop the bleed Training - Spring 2024

Timeline

House Sitter

Multiple Clients
10.2023 - 01.2024

Restaurant Hostess

Fullers BBQ
08.2023 - 12.2023

Volunteer

Community Chapel Building
06.2023 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Purnell Swett High School
Taylor Locklear