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HOSTESS
Summary

Positive and upbeat restaurant professional able to make guests feel welcome while balancing diverse business requirements. Knowledgeable about server loads, kitchen output and customer preferences. Successful in maintaining efficiency and calm in fast-paced environments.

Skills
  • Conflict and dispute resolution
  • Problem resolution
  • Communications
  • Team management
  • Administrative support
  • Team building
  • Leadership
  • Encouraging
Experience
Hostess|Company Name - City, State|09/2019 - 01/2020
  • Worked within online application to collect reservation information and communicate updates to guests.
  • Helped restaurant staff set up small and large events to coordinate smooth execution.
  • Accommodated guests with special needs, including accommodations for child seats and wheelchairs.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Monitored dining area to assess server capacity and accurately estimate wait times.
  • Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs.
  • Arranged each place setting attractively and verified all items were clean and free from water spots and chips.
  • Stayed on top of server availability and table turnover to make accurate decisions about seating locations.
  • Supported management by helping resolving customer service and food-related issues to maintain guest satisfaction.
  • Made special accommodations for customers by collaborating with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating.
  • Answered phones politely and promptly, accurately recording and confirming reservations.
  • Managed guest expectations by relaying information regarding hours, wait times and specials.
  • Maintained open communication with kitchen staff regarding cook times to prevent overloading workers and creating dissatisfied customers.
  • Answered telephone to provide establishment information and take party reservations.
  • Delivered outstanding service and support from initial interaction to final departure, maintaining loyal clientele.
  • Set up and decorated menu marketing boards with current specials information and drink features.
  • Notified servers after seating parties in section for prompt service.
  • Walked through dining room during service to ensure guest satisfaction and advise servers and bussing staff of specific service needs.
Sales Associate|Company Name - City, State|05/2019 - 07/2019
  • Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service and operational goals.
  • Offered product and service consultations and employed upselling techniques.
  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
  • Assisted customers by finding needed items and checking inventory for items at other locations.
  • Helped average customers per day by responding to inquiries and locating products.
  • Processed orders through system and coordinated product deliveries.
  • Negotiated and closed deals with minimal oversight.
  • Mentored team members in mastering sales techniques to consistently exceed objectives.
  • Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
  • Helped customers sign up for loyalty programs and submitted completed paperwork.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Stayed up to date on store promotions, payment policies and security practices.
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor|Company Name - City, State|05/2018 - 10/2018
  • Led instructional classes for any age to protect recreational users from dangerous situations.
  • Led swimmer instructional lessons with participants of varying ages to share optimal swim techniques and build strength.
  • Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
  • Routinely completed safety update training and ensured all patrons followed safety rules.
  • Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid and rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress.
  • Contacted emergency personnel and provided aid while waiting for further assistance.
  • Cleaned, brushed and vacuumed pool 3 times per day.
  • Patrolled all areas to identify anyone in need of assistance and provide immediate care.
  • Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water at all times.
  • Updated logs detailing weather conditions, treatments provided and incident information to keep management informed of activities.
  • Consistently complied with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
  • Kept watch over swimmers to ensure fast response when distress situations arose.
  • Optimized customer service by resolving issues quickly and with courteous demeanor.
  • Partnered with fellow team members on new customer service program to ensure seamless transitions.
  • Performed basic life support, including CPR to stabilize individuals prior to ambulance arrival.
Cashier|Company Name - City, State|09/2017 - 10/2017
  • Helped customers find specific products, answering questions and offering advice.
  • Provided assistance with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs.
  • Wiped down counters and conveyor belt to remove debris and maintain cleanliness.
  • Properly verified customer identification for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
  • Received payments for [Product or Service] and issued receipts reflecting zero balances or additional payments required to bring accounts current.
  • Processed all sales transactions accurately and promptly to prevent long customer wait times.
  • Troubleshot and resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.
Education and Training
Blue Valley North High School||City, State|2020High School Diploma
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Blue Valley North High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Hostess
  • Sales Associate
  • Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
  • Cashier

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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