Taylor Smyth
Jensen Beach,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic and reliable professional 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
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Lynoras
Palm City, FL
12.2024 - Current
- Crafted a diverse range of cocktails and beverages to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Provided exceptional service, building rapport with regular customers and enhancing their experience.
- Trained new staff on drink preparation, customer service standards, and bar operations procedures.
Pilates Instructor
Sculpt & Tone
Stuart, FL
12.2025 - Current
- Developed personalized training programs to enhance client performance and engagement in Pilates sessions.
- Cultivated a supportive community atmosphere through effective communication and relationship-building with clients.
- Provided modifications for clients with injuries or limitations, ensuring a safe and effective workout experience.
Private Nanny
In-Home Services
04.2024 - 12.2025
- Developed engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social skills in children.
- Managed daily schedules, ensuring timely meals, naps, and recreational activities.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and communication regarding child development.
Server
Sailor's Return
Stuart, FL
09.2020 - 04.2024
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Handled food and beverage orders for large events, delivering prompt and friendly service while maintaining separate tabs.
Server Shift Leader
Nancy's Italian
Stuart, FL
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Assigned tasks and shifts to servers to manage organized schedules and provide adequate coverage.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Handled table service and other dining room tasks to address shortfalls due to unexpected absences or unusual service volumes.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
Education
Psychology
Florida International University
Miami, FLPsychology
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FLSkills
- Dining Customer Service
- High-Volume Dining
- Dining Room Management
- Critical Thinking
- Wine and Liquor Service
- Natural Leadership
- People Management
- Time Management
- Effective Communicator
- Friendly and Personable
- Complex Problem-Solving
Timeline
Pilates Instructor
Sculpt & Tone
12.2025 - Current
Bartender
Lynoras
12.2024 - Current
Private Nanny
In-Home Services
04.2024 - 12.2025
Server
Sailor's Return
09.2020 - 04.2024
Server Shift Leader
Nancy's Italian
06.2018 - 08.2020
Psychology
Florida International University
Psychology
Indian River State College