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Carpenter resume example with 19+ years of experience

Jessica Claire
  • , , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
  • H: (555) 432-1000
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Summary
Highly motivated Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased sales, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with target market.
Skills
  • Carpentry and Woodworking
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Reliable and Punctual
Experience
Carpenter, 04/2019 - 08/2021
Department Of Veterans Affairs Arlington, TX,
  • Used band, circular, jig, reciprocating, chop and compound miter saws.
  • Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements using hand tools and power equipment.
  • Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
  • Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
Banquet Server, 03/2014 - 02/2019
Enchantment Resort Irvington, VA,
  • Set up for events, including preparing serving and appetizer trays and setting tables.
  • Walked among tables and refilled water and beverage glasses or took orders for more drinks and food.
  • Collected dishes promptly after each course, cleared crumbs and glassware, and maintained customer satisfaction.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Greeted arriving guests and escorted each to assigned tables, took drink orders and answered questions about events.
  • Prepared and maintained buffet and salad bar by checking temperatures, restocking food and monitoring potential avenues of contamination.
  • Carried appetizer and drink trays around events and maneuvered around guests and furniture without spilling.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to deliver food smoothly, adapting service based on customer requests and kitchen readiness.
  • Verified food tray contents and transported each from kitchen to banquet hall.
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to create appealing tables.
  • Educated guests on meals during by answering questions and bringing special orders.
  • Updated customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Served plated dinners, oversaw buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
  • Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Completed opening and closing checklists to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
  • Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
  • Met or exceeded sales targets on consistent basis with proactive promotional strategies and dessert mentions.
  • Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals.
Breakfast Server, 02/2002 - 02/2014
Aimbridge Hospitality Stillwater, OK,
  • Communicated with guests about breakfast items available and politely answered questions.
  • Monitored food and beverage levels and quickly replenished as needed.
  • Stocked serving areas with condiments and refilled all condiment containers.
  • Maintained safe dining area for hotel guests .
  • Stored food and beverage perishables as necessary after breakfast period concluded.
  • Displayed plates, bowls, silverware and cups at appropriate locations near food stations.
  • Created aesthetically pleasing breakfast buffet arrangements for hotel guests.
  • Washed and dried all serving bowls, platters and utensils for next use.
  • Notified purchasing department for reorder of breakfast supplies.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to create appealing tables.
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Food Runner, 09/2001 - 09/2009
Boyne Resorts Harbor Springs, MI,
  • Gained broad base knowledge in all aspects of restaurant operations, both front-of-house and back-of-house.
  • Reset tables between guests, including refilling condiments and wiping down all surfaces.
  • Completed final preparations of dishes and quickly delivered items to customers.
  • Relayed orders and special requests to cooks.
  • Offered insight into menu items to answer customer questions.
  • Responded quickly to customer concerns and escalated major issues to management.
  • Assisted servers as needed to optimize guest dining experience.
  • Monitored tables for guest needs and customer service opportunities.
  • Memorized all dining room floor plans and understood seat number system.
  • Inventoried food supplies to determine needs and replenish stations.
  • Orchestrated smooth and seamless workflow between kitchen and tables in fast-paced restaurant, resulting in quick delivery of proper orders with full customer satisfaction.
Education and Training
: , Expected in
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Benito Juarez - Puebla Mexico, Puebla
GPA:
High School Diploma: , Expected in 09/1987
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Benito Juarez - Puebla Mexico, Puebla
GPA:

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Benito Juarez
  • Benito Juarez

Job Titles Held:

  • Carpenter
  • Banquet Server
  • Breakfast Server
  • Food Runner

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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