Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Washington Milagres

Washington Milagres

Astoria,NY

Summary

Adept at enhancing customer experiences, I excelled at Ceci Italian Restaurant by fostering warm customer relationships and maintaining high cleanliness standards. Skilled in cash handling and service quality, I consistently contributed to a positive dining atmosphere, effectively managing high-pressure situations to ensure customer satisfaction and efficient service. Motivate Waiter with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly, and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Manager, Waiter

Ceci Italian Restaurant
05.2011 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal customer experience.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Supported fellow waitstaff through teamwork during busy times, sharing responsibilities as needed.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in positive feedback from customer's.
  • Processed cash and credit card transactions accurately, maintaining accountability for all sales revenue generated during shifts.
  • Maintained professional demeanor under pressure while managing challenging situations involving dissatisfied customers.

Meat Runner

Green Field Churrascaria
01.2011 - 04.2011
  • Responded proactively to requests from supervisors and peers alike, displaying strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Managed time efficiently while juggling multiple duties under tight deadlines, resulting in consistent performance.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in performing various tasks as needed, ensuring seamless work flow.
  • Provided excellent customer service when interacting with clients, fostering positive relationships.
  • Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections.

Restaurant Waiter

Ciro Trattoria
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Supported fellow waitstaff through teamwork during busy times, sharing responsibilities as needed.
  • Processed cash and credit card transactions accurately, maintaining accountability for all sales revenue generated during shifts.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.

Restaurant Waiter

Brazil Grill Churrascaria - Brazilian Steak House
12.2005 - 12.2009
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal guest experience.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Processed cash and credit card transactions accurately, maintaining accountability for all sales revenue generated during shifts.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Contributed positively to the overall workplace culture through proactive communication, problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating customer needs.

Education

FUNEC, Brazil

Skills

  • Order Taking
  • Cleanliness
  • Service Quality
  • Table Setting
  • Food safety awareness
  • Memory retention
  • Food presentation
  • Wine pairing
  • Cash Handling

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Restaurant Manager, Waiter - Ceci Italian Restaurant
05.2011 - Current
Meat Runner - Green Field Churrascaria
01.2011 - 04.2011
Restaurant Waiter - Ciro Trattoria
01.2010 - 12.2010
Restaurant Waiter - Brazil Grill Churrascaria - Brazilian Steak House
12.2005 - 12.2009
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Washington Milagres