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RESTAURANT WAITRESS
Professional Summary
Dedicated,passionate and hard- working young Cook, 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.
Work History
Unitypoint Health. Marshalltown , IARestaurant Waitress | 09/2020 - Current
- Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
- Created orders, documented special requests and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service and minimize complaints.
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
- Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
- Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Greeted and maintained relationships with regular customers.
- Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business.
- Served needs of more than 60 customers in busy Restaurant environment.
- Checked identification to enforce age regulations for alcoholic beverages.
- Bussed and reset table, working efficiently to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer as well as appropriate entree pairings, increasing daily beverage sales.
- Replenished food items and other supplies, which included paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
TZUCO. City , STATECook - Internship | 06/2020 - 08/2020
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Communicated closely with Pass to fully understand special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Inspected kitchen equipment and appliances to verify proper working order, including commercial fryers, steamers, ovens and ranges.
- Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
- Produced over 160 seafood dishes per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Prepared estimated 10 orders simultaneously during peak periods with 99% accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Fried, grilled and baked foods such as Softshell Crabs, Octopus and Mahi Mahi.
Willow Ridge Golf Course & Restaurant. City , STATECook | 09/2019 - 03/2020
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Communicated closely with Chefs and Front of House staff to fully understand special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Inspected kitchen equipment and appliances to verify proper working order, including commercial fryers, steamers, ovens and ranges.
- Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Love for Art and Music
I love contemporary Art as much as the Classics, from Andy Warhol toDaVinci.
Skills
- ServSafe Manager Certified
- ServSafe Alcohol Certified
- Order delivery practices
- Beverage preparation
- Stocking and replenishing
- Point of sale knowledge
- Wine service
- Guest relations management
- Hospitality service expertise
- High-volume dining
- Dining area maintenance
- Menu memorization
- To-go order preparation
- Guest seating arrangements
- Food and beverage pairings
- Order accuracy
- Food preparation and safety
- Food spoilage prevention
- Food station setup
- Food running
- Cash handling
- Table setting knowledge
- Institutional and Batch Cooking
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Cleaning and Organization
Education
Iowa Central Community CollegeCity, StateExpected in 04/2021Associate of Science: Culinary Arts And Hospitality Management
Laubach KollegCity05/2012High School Diploma
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School Attended
- Iowa Central Community College
- Laubach Kolleg
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- Restaurant Waitress
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Degrees
- Associate of Science : Culinary Arts And Hospitality Management
High School Diploma
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