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Summary

Sociable [Job Title] skilled at operating in fast-paced environments with demanding objectives for sales, service and quality. Enthusiastic team player successful at multitasking and delivering friendly, prompt service to all customers. Well-versed in maintaining clean and orderly tables, making personalized menu recommendations and managing closing duties such as reconciling cash drawers and restocking items to prepare for following shift.

Skills
  • Price memorization
  • Dining customer service
  • Point of Sale (POS) system operations
  • Food safety understanding
Experience
11/2016 to Current
Server Silver Birch Living - Evansville , IN
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to efficiently serve food and beverage options.
  • Adhered to minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Provided exceptional service to [Number] customers per day at [Type] establishment.
  • Upsold customers and optimized table-turns to outperform average sales by [Number]%.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
  • Processed customers' payments and provided receipts.
  • Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
  • Reviewed identification for patrons before serving alcoholic drinks.
  • Communicated effectively with patrons to establish preferences and dietary restrictions and make food and beverage recommendations.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Requested photo identification from patrons ordering alcoholic beverages to verify legal age of consumption.
  • Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Greeted newly seated guests quickly and efficiently.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Prepared and served cold, hot and [Type] beverages to guests.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Designed custom private function and banquet packages for business dinners, sales presentations, club meetings, weddings and charity events.
  • Presented patrons with menus and specials promptly after seating, following up to address questions before taking orders.
  • Sent orders to kitchen staff by [Action].
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Rearranged tables and chairs, located or rolled extra silverware and [Action] to prepare for large groups.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals in [Number]-compartment sink.
11/2016 to Current
Dish WasherCatholic Health Initiative - Newton , IA
  • Completed all assigned prep work ranging from [Action] to [Action].
  • Backed up [Type] and [Type] team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
  • Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
  • Moved food and supply items from delivery trucks to storage by unloading and organizing.
  • Assisted [Job title]s with [Task] and [Task] upon dishwashing completion and during peak meal times.
  • Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
  • Studied methods of coworkers, successfully learning skills such as [Skill] and [Skill].
  • Wiped and sanitized various kitchen surfaces using specific cleaning supplies.
  • Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
  • Organized clean utensils in storage bins for servers to access easily.
  • Replaced clean utensils in storage bins, enabling servers to grab forks, knives and spoons quickly.
  • Carried out various kitchen maintenance, including [Task] and [Task].
  • Handled glassware, crystal and other fragile items with exceptional care to prevent breakage.
  • Routinely partnered with other staff members to complete [Type] and [Type] daily tasks to maintain cleanliness and [Result].
  • Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
  • Maintained assigned areas to keep organized and clean by mopping floor, [Task] and [Task] to reduce accidents and sanitize.
  • Built customer loyalty by providing sparkling clean dishes and helping [Job title] with special requests.
  • Removed built-up waste and potential contaminants from waste receptacles, machinery and cooking equipment through [Technique] and [Technique].
  • Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for all customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
  • Replenished stations throughout restaurant, including cupboards, serving areas and salad bars to meet employee and customer demands.
  • Unboxed, stored and organized incoming kitchen supplies with every delivery.
  • Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
  • Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals in [Number]-compartment sink.
  • Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers and freezers to help food preparation staff stay focused on customer orders.
  • Repaired and maintained dishwashing machine to keep dishes clean and kitchen running smoothly.
  • Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
  • Cleared trash and washed work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors to keep sanitized kitchen.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized kitchen areas to promote efficiency.
  • Scraped and pre-rinsed food from dirty dishes and placed items in dishwashing machine.
02/2018 to 11/2018
Inventory AssociateCardinal Health - Richmond , CA
  • Performed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits.
  • Monitored project progress and presented status to leaders to solve productivity issues.
  • Delivered production schedules to [Type] team to provide established timeframes for [Action].
  • Met store customers on the floor and discussed needs.
  • Collaborated with store employees to promote retail traffic by constructing creative and appealing merchandise displays.
  • Maintained accurate log of discrepancies pertaining to damaged packages and identified [Type] process to alleviate losses from lost parcels.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by supervising inventory cycle counting processes, including accounting and reporting of surplus, product returns and damages.
  • Meticulously maintained records to track adjustments, pallet audits and errors.
  • Secured items and packages for transport to alleviate damage.
  • Accurately entered data using [Software] and efficiently completed all paperwork.
  • Entered information into [Software] to update [Type] and status reports.
  • Documented production information showing volume produced, [Type] and [Type] data.
  • Supervised warehouse personnel to provide operational guidance and promote optimal inventory control and productivity.
  • Developed reports for leadership compiling data and insights into inventory, trends and sales with focus on readability and brevity.
  • Coordinated inventory, stocking, and ordering.
  • Supported senior leadership by collecting and maintaining vendor and organizational quantity, type and supply value records.
  • Utilized tracking systems and documentation to trace cargo on its route.
  • Verified prices and computed totals to complete accurate invoices.
  • Maintained accurate order and shipment forms and inventory documentation to facilitate timely material flow.
  • Considered individual product requirements and accessibility needs to maximize efficiency of warehouse storage areas.
01/2016 to 04/2016
Furniture MoverVesta Home - Naples , FL

Delivered and moved customer furniture.

Education and Training
05/2016
High School DiplomaPrince Of Peace Christian School - City
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School Attended

  • Prince Of Peace Christian School

Job Titles Held:

  • Server
  • Dish Washer
  • Inventory Associate
  • Furniture Mover

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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