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Teri DeBlasio

Irwin,PA

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Dependable Job Title 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. 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

4
years of professional experience

Work History

Abruzzi’s Italian Cantina

Server
08.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Supervised set up of banquet food stations and coordinated service to multiple dining areas.

Iron Rock Tap House

Server
05.2019 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
  • 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.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.

Education

Local School of Travel
Raleigh, NC

Certificate from Travel Management
04.1991

Skills

  • Identification Requirements
  • Sales Techniques
  • Table Preparation
  • Menu Item Recommendation
  • Dining Area Maintenance
  • Special Dietary Requirements
  • Banquet Coordination
  • Natural Leadership
  • Server Training
  • Wine and Liquor Service
  • Front of House Display Creation
  • Cash Handling
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Anticipating Guest Needs
  • Waiting Tables

Timeline

Server

Abruzzi’s Italian Cantina
08.2021 - Current

Server

Iron Rock Tap House
05.2019 - 02.2020

Local School of Travel

Certificate from Travel Management
Teri DeBlasio