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Tramaun Whitehead

Summary

Dependable server 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

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Red Lobster Restaurant
2023.04 - Current
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.

Cook

Aramark
2023.03 - Current
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Server Trainer

Maggianos
2021.01 - 2023.01
  • Taught servers to memorize menu ingredients and provide information on preparation methods.
  • Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with trainees to drive successful learning outcomes.
  • Instructed servers on proper techniques for taking orders, serving food and providing customer service.

Server

Olive Garden
2018.02 - 2021.01
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.

Education

High School Diploma -

James River High School
Midlothian, VA

Skills

  • Beverage Preparation
  • Food Delivery
  • Table Setting
  • Guest Engagement
  • Wine service
  • Item promotion
  • Wine Pairings
  • Exceptional customer service

Timeline

Server

Red Lobster Restaurant
2023.04 - Current

Cook

Aramark
2023.03 - Current

Server Trainer

Maggianos
2021.01 - 2023.01

Server

Olive Garden
2018.02 - 2021.01

High School Diploma -

James River High School
Tramaun Whitehead