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Vanessa Stephens

San Diego,CA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Guest Server

Lolita's Mexican Food
08.2023 - Current
  • Answered detailed questions about menu items, contents and preparation methods to help guests make informed decisions.
  • Kept work environments, equipment and trays clean and sanitized for guests.
  • Completed ordered with speed and accuracy, maintaining exceptional service standards each day.
  • Verified accuracy and quality of orders before delivery.
  • Restocked supplies to keep team efficient and ready for guests' orders.
  • Protected guests by following proper food handling procedures.

Server

Wyoming Rib And Chop House
02.2022 - 03.2023
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.

Server

Sam And Louis
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.

Education

High School Diploma -

Goal Academy
Sterling, CO
01.2021

Skills

  • Restaurant software familiarity
  • Clear verbal communication
  • Stress tolerance
  • Memory retention
  • Food safety understanding
  • Reliable work ethic
  • Adaptable mindset
  • Professional demeanor

Timeline

Guest Server

Lolita's Mexican Food
08.2023 - Current

Server

Wyoming Rib And Chop House
02.2022 - 03.2023

Server

Sam And Louis
08.2021 - 02.2022

High School Diploma -

Goal Academy
Vanessa Stephens