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Jessica Claire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 (555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Professional Summary

Versatile [Job Title] possessing [Number] years bartending and waitstaff experience. Effective coordinator of service efforts for settings ranging from fast-paced banquet events to casual dining rooms. Organized preparer of structured service and work plans, balancing needs of patrons and team members. Proactive [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience working in [Type] restaurants. Focused and efficient team member knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation guidelines. Commended for having perfect attendance record and delivering exceptional customer service. Smooth Banquet Server with [Number] years of [Type] event experience. Successful at handling food and beverage services while bussing tables and fulfilling customer requests efficiently. Expert in [Type] events with great eye for detail and friendly personality. Communicative [Job Title] dedicated to providing elevated service and providing unforgettable guest experiences. Creative floor leader offering [Number] years experience providing service to [Number] dinner guests at [Type] restaurant. Detailed organizer of service operations with versatility in stressful circumstances. Talented Catering Staff member eagerly sets up and assembles food and supplies at full-service events to satisfy guests. Over [Number] years of friendly and professional serving experience at buffet luncheons, black-tie dinners and receptions. Serves full-course meals in seated and buffet dining styles Energetic Banquet Server with high personal appearance standards and excellent customer service skills. Transports food without error and in accordance with health guidelines. Offering [Number] years of food service experience. Hospitable Catering Staff with solid background in food and bar service for weddings, social events and corporate functions. Executes food delivery and facility set-up for complex events . Attentive Banquet Server with [Number] years of serving experience. Always polite and professional with patrons and co-workers even in stressful situations. Hard-working, high energy server with passion for ensuring customer satisfaction. Over [Number] years in food service industry specializing in customer service. Known for great reliability and attention to detail. Dedicated [Job Title] well-versed in food and beverage operations as well as guest services. Experienced in managing large-scale events or intimate gourmet dining and afternoon tea services. Successful at building relationships with customers to increase loyalty and repeat business. Customer-oriented [Job Title] with experience in service industry. Excellent interpersonal communication skills with focus on guest satisfaction when interacting with patrons. Proudly licensed for preparation and sale of alcoholic beverages, bar procedures and liquor laws. Focused and reliable [Job Title] bringing high enthusiasm and extensive knowledge of food safety practices. Proven history of excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills. Dedicated to accuracy and streamlining systems for efficient work. Motivated [Job Title] with [Number] years experience successfully serving customers in busy, [Type] restaurants. Recognized for significantly increasing guest check averages by promoting appetizers, specialty items and unique wine selections. Collaborative, thoughtful team leader with clear, comprehensive and directive supervision. Experienced food service professional with [Number] of years in the industry. Skilled in sit-down and buffet style banquet service in fast-paced, large party events. Friendly and organized [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience in food service. Familiar with health and safety guidelines and skilled in menu memorization. Highly motivated and engaging server with [Number] years of serving experience. Dedicated to creating the ultimate guest experience at banquets and special events. Adaptable Banquet Server with outstanding reputation of fantastic service for up to [Number] guests at [Type] events. Take initiative for top-of-the-line services and efficient event setup and takedown. Well-versed in [Type] services with commitment to reliability and efficiency. Experienced Server offering [Number] years and solid history of accurate order taking, efficient supply restocking and diligent table management. Effective at promoting team success by independently handling side work and cleaning up spills. Extensive knowledge and superior work ethic. Cheerful [Job Title] offering [Number] years of experience in fast-paced service industry settings. Skillfully promoted customer comfort and enhanced experiences by answering questions and responding to concerns. Efficiently maintained service standards and followed safe service regulations. Always ready to help team members by taking on additional tasks.

Skills
  • Food and beverage pairings
  • Dining area cleanliness
  • Buffet Servicing
  • Ordering Procedures
  • Table Setting Knowledge
  • To-Go Order Preparation
  • Daily Specials Memorization
  • Guest Relations Management
  • Food Tray Carrying
  • Food Running
  • Performance improvement
  • Physical coordination
  • Banquet coordination
  • Speech recognition
  • Beverage preparation
  • Wine and spirit expertise
  • Table setting
  • Personal grooming standards
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Menu presentation
  • Tableside service
  • Wine Service
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Bill Computation
  • Bar Terminology Expertise
  • Guest Seating Arrangements
  • High-Volume Dining
  • Service Prioritization
  • Menu Memorization
  • Food station setup
  • Item promotion
  • Arranging banquet hall
  • Customer needs anticipation and conflict mitigation
  • Cash handling expert
  • [Language] fluency
  • Food preparation
  • Set up and clean up buffets
  • Food handling
  • Front-of-house display creation
Work History
09/2013 to Current Banquet Server Cedco: The Mill Casino Hotel & Rv Park And Tribal One/Orca Communications | North Bend, OR,
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
  • Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to offer current and accurate information and help customers select optimal meal choices based on individual preferences.
  • Applied wine and spirit expertise toward recommending appropriate parings for chosen meals and personal tastes.
  • Used correct cleaning, sanitizing and food handling procedures to maintain optimal protections for customers.
  • Checked identification to enforce age regulations for alcoholic beverages.
  • Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
  • Guided arriving guests to tables, took drink orders and relayed information to bartenders.
  • Achieved [Timeframe] sales goals by using successful strategies to promote specials, desserts and alcoholic beverages.
  • Coordinated [Number] events throughout [Number] banquet spaces, including weddings, reunions and corporate meetings.
  • Maintained flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends and on-call to meet event needs.
  • Managed event contracts, including estimates, event profiles and post-event summaries.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
  • Served appetizers, entrees and refilled beverages for events up to [Number] guests.
  • Fostered enjoyable event atmosphere through friendly guest interactions
  • Implemented new drink policies, reducing over-pouring by [Number]%.
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer as well as appropriate entree pairings, increasing daily beverage sales by [Amount] % on average.
  • Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations to meet contract specifications and level of event formality.
  • Checked on tables and drink needs while refilling water glasses and bringing supplies to customers.
  • Monitored dietary restrictions and served guests with special needs.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests.
  • Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Answered guest questions about events and food services during [Type] events.
  • Smoothly circulated appetizer and drink trays around [Type] events, offering selections to guests.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to increase shelf life, improve kitchen organization and provide easy access during busy peak service times.
  • Executed synchronized meal service simultaneously serving multiple guests with speed and efficiency.
  • Prepared serving and appetizer trays and set tables for [Type] events with up to [Number] attendees.
  • Supervised restocking of salad bar and buffet for lunch and dinner service.
  • Returned reusable goods and serving equipment for inventory and restock.
  • Cleared dishes and glassware quickly following each course.
  • Kept track of event finances, including initial deposits, due payments and final balances.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work stations to meet health department regulations.
06/2006 to 09/2013 Catering United Family Of Stores | Breckenridge, TX,
  • Prepared dishes for catering events or during high-volume shifts.
  • Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
  • Created catering menu based upon client specifications, event type, dietary needs and budget.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Observed federal and local kitchen safety regulations to prevent food borne illnesses.
  • Promoted customer loyalty by efficiently handling food and service complaints.
  • Used varied meal preparation methods to create preselected food offerings for catering clients.
  • Fostered enjoyable event atmosphere through friendly guest interactions
  • Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by counting, monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Maintained flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends and on-call to meet event needs.
  • Cleared dishes and glassware quickly following each course.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work stations to meet health department regulations.
  • Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
  • Served appetizers, entrees and refilled beverages for events up to [Number] guests.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Returned reusable goods and serving equipment for inventory and restock.
  • Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
  • Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
  • Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations to meet contract specifications and level of event formality.
  • Monitored dietary restrictions and served guests with special needs.
  • Adhered to company quality constraints and industry best practices for guest satisfaction.
09/2009 to 06/2013 Production Worker Westrock Company | New Lenox, IL,
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
  • Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed non-conformance issues with management.
  • Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
  • Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Graded and packaged [Number]+ finished products every shift, transporting items for additional processing, storage or shipment off-site.
  • Reviewed job specifications to determine appropriate setups for [Type] and [Type] machines.
  • Conducted quality inspections of finished products and made minor repairs to meet project expectations.
  • Supervised [Type] processes and [Type] machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to maintain optimal productivity and increase equipment lifetime by [Number] years.
  • Unloaded incoming products worth up to $[Amount] and moved boxes to staging areas, sorted items and transported to final storage locations.
  • Employed [Type] welding techniques to assemble parts and components.
  • Located and picked merchandise weighing up to [Number] pounds to fulfill [Number] daily customer orders.
  • Took part in all company-offered training sessions, improving [Skill] and acquiring knowledge needed to operate [Type] machine.
  • Implemented updated operating procedures for [Type] machine and adjusted use to increase productivity and longevity.
  • Demonstrated proper use of [Type] equipment to newly hired employees to avoid workplace injuries.
  • Enthusiastically took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals with [Number]% success rate.
  • Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
  • Assembled [Type] products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
Education
Expected in 06/1977 to to High School Diploma | Lake Forest HighSchool, Feltonn, Delaware, GPA:
Status -
  • Member of [Student Organization or Club Name]
  • Elected Captain of [Team]
  • Graduated summa cum laude
  • Received [Scholarship Name]
  • Graduated with [Number] GPA
  • Graduated in Top [Number]% of Class
  • Elected to [Elected Position] for [Student Organization, Fraternity or Sorority] in [Year]
  • Dissertation: [Name of Dissertation]
  • Coursework in [Subject], [Subject] and [Subject]
  • Member of [Honor's Society Name]
  • Minored in [Subject]
  • Graduated magna cum laude
  • Awarded [Award Name]
  • Dean's List [Semester and Year]
  • Member of [Fraternity or Sorority Name]

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Lake Forest HighSchool

Job Titles Held:

  • Banquet Server
  • Catering
  • Production Worker

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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