Vickie Nester
Hebron,MD
Summary
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
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretary
Tayor Associates
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
Server- Bartender
Goin' Nuts Cafe
Salisbury, MO
09.1995 - 06.2024
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nether Providence High School
Wallingford, PA05.1977
Skills
- Keyboarding skills
- Quickbooks
- Payment posting
- Phone reception
- Reception functions
- Appointment Scheduling
- Customer relations and communications
- Scheduling and calendar management
Timeline
Server- Bartender
Goin' Nuts Cafe
09.1995 - 06.2024
Secretary
Tayor Associates
High School Diploma -
Nether Providence High School