TAMIA PORTER
Vacaville
Summary
Personable and dedicated with knack for providing outstanding customer service and creating welcoming atmosphere. Possesses solid understanding of food safety standards and effective communication skills. Committed to enhancing guest satisfaction and ensuring seamless dining experience.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Server
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Vacaville, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Engage guests in a friendly and welcoming manner, take food and beverage order and properly input into the POS system.
- Presenting the pre dinner setup which includes soup or salad, breadsticks, and beverages. Deliver food to my tables, and efficiently manage my time to ensure a pleasant and timely dining experience for guests.
- Handled cash, credit, and digital payments.
- Set a standard for team consistency.
Truck Operator
Kona Ice Vacaville
Vacaville, California
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Drove and operated Kona Ice trucks independently at various client locations up to 50 miles away.
- Maintained strong relationships with event coordinators and clients.
- Handled setup, restocking, and service at mobile events.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and equipment regularly.
Barista
Dutch Bros Coffee
Vacaville, CA
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided fast, friendly service in a fast paced, high-volume drive-thru setting.
- Prepared and customized drinks with attention to detail.
- Maintained cleanliness of drink making station, parking lots, and interior of location.
- Built loyal customer relationships and operated POS system efficiently.
Education
High School -
Vacaville High School
Vacaville, CA01-2021
Some college (No degree) - Biology
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CASkills
- Beverage and dessert sales tactics
- Guest loyalty building
- Food safety and handling standards
- Guest anticipation and proactive service
- Cash handling
- Food handling
- Order taking
- Professional attitude
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- Responsible Alcohol Service Certification (RAST)
- Online Food Safety Training (eFoodHandlers)
Timeline
Food Server
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
05.2025 - Current
Truck Operator
Kona Ice Vacaville
03.2024 - 11.2024
Barista
Dutch Bros Coffee
12.2022 - 12.2023
Some college (No degree) - Biology
Solano Community College
High School -
Vacaville High School