Zachary Parsons
Iowa City,Iowa
Summary
Motivated Server with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly, and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Reunion Brewery
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing 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
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices
Barback
Reunion Brewery
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
- Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
- Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
Server
Egg Shells Resturaunt
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Improved dining experience by providing prompt, attentive service to guests
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information
Busser
Beelows Steakhouse
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
- Attentive to any unforeseen customer needs
Education
No Degree - Finance
University Of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.2027
High School Diploma -
Lake Zurich Senior High School
Lake Zurich, IL05.2023
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Guest Engagement
- Memory retention
- Sales Techniques
- Cash Handling
Timeline
Barback
Reunion Brewery
06.2024 - 08.2024
Server
Reunion Brewery
05.2024 - 08.2024
Server
Egg Shells Resturaunt
03.2023 - 08.2023
Busser
Beelows Steakhouse
09.2021 - 07.2022
No Degree - Finance
University Of Iowa
High School Diploma -
Lake Zurich Senior High School
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