Vanessa Carranza Chiuz

Customer-focused Front of House Team Member with several years of experience in every front area. Warm and detail-oriented food service professional with exceptional listening skills and memory to best engage customers and present/sell menu options. Committed to building immediate rapport with diners and maximizing restaurant sales.

Reliable Front of House Employee with demonstrated experience in hospitality and service industry. Strengths include exceptional customer service, effective communication skills, and ability to handle high-pressure situations with grace. Contributed significantly to overall guest satisfaction and positive dining experiences in previous roles.

Strategic problem solver with background in providing innovative solutions and streamlining processes. Possess strong analytical skills, adept at dissecting complex scenarios and identifying key areas for improvement. Skilled in team leadership and collaboration, fostering environment conducive to creativity and efficiency. Made significant impact in previous work by implementing solutions that improved operational effectiveness.

I spent a year at Old Dominion University, and although it was a short time, it was a meaningful and memorable experience. I had the opportunity to be part of the university’s latin dance team (WEPA) and was actively involved in the Latino Student Alliance, which helped me connect with others and celebrate my culture. My time at ODU helped me grow both personally and socially. I decided to transfer to Northern Virginia Community College to better align with my academic and financial goals, but I look back on my year at ODU with appreciation and pride.