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SERVER
Professional Summary

Communicative server dedicated to going above and beyond to create unforgettable guest experiences. Establish rapport with management and staff through quality of service and personal interaction. Offering 7 years of experience serving up to 15 or more dinner guests at fine dining restaurant. Talented food service professional bringing skills in order management, payment processing and upselling. Stay current on menu items and consistently offer targeted recommendations to meet individual customer needs. Knowledgeable about handling of special dietary requirements and general food safety standards. Proactive server with 7 years of experience working in dining restaurants. Focused and efficient team member knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation guidelines. Commended for having perfect attendance record and delivering exceptional customer service. Diligent food service worker with successful history in dining settings and dedication to supporting team with hard work and knowledgeable service. Familiar with food safety requirements and taking accurate orders. Skilled at delivering speedy service to maximize satisfaction. Service-oriented server well-versed in dining, kitchen and cleanliness standards. Dependable, quality-focused professional with 7 years of experience in restaurant operations. Personable server possessing 7 years of bartending and waitstaff experience. Familiar with fast-paced banquet events and casual-dining service, including multi-course meals and complimentary bar. Skilled in mixology and creating signature drinks. Customer-oriented server with excellent interpersonal and communication skills focused on guest satisfaction. Recognized food and beverage expert. Recent license in preparation and sale of alcoholic beverages, bar procedures and liquor laws.

Skills
  • Food sales and promotion
  • High-volume dining
  • Food and beverage pairings
  • Point of sale knowledge
  • Order accuracy
  • Menu memorization
  • Sale expertise
  • Wine service
  • Cash handling expert
  • Guest seating arrangements
  • Tableside service
  • To-go order preparation
  • Beverage preparation
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Stocking and replenishing
  • Bill computation
  • Daily specials memorization
  • Dining area cleanliness
  • Ordering procedures
  • Item promotion
  • Cash handling
  • Communication skills
  • Banquet coordination
  • Food running
  • Food station setup
  • Table setting knowledge
  • Table setting
  • Menu presentation
Work History
Mar 2018 - Feb 2019Santa Ana, CA
Server / McCormick And Schmits
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments from customers and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
  • Cleaned outdoor eating area and indoor dining room by wiping tables, placing trash in receptacles and restocking napkin dispensers.
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
  • Created orders, documented special requests and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service and minimize complaints.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
  • Bussed and reset 12 tables per shift, working efficiently to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers.
  • Trained incoming staff on restaurant's practices, culture and procedures to maximize job satisfaction and productivity.
  • Checked identification to enforce age requirement for alcoholic beverages.
  • Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Aug 2017 - Feb 2018Orange, CA
Server / Cafe Tu Tu Tango
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments from customers and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
  • Cleaned outdoor eating area and indoor dining room by wiping tables, placing trash in receptacles and restocking napkin dispensers.
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
  • Created orders, documented special requests and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service and minimize complaints.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
  • Bussed and reset 12 tables per shift, working efficiently to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers.
  • Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business.
  • Trained incoming staff on restaurant's practices, culture and procedures to maximize job satisfaction and productivity.
  • Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Checked identification to enforce age requirement for alcoholic beverages.
  • Managed food resources, memorized orders and wrote patron's food orders on slips in 10-seat restaurant.
  • Memorized restaurant wine stock and appropriate entree pairings, driving daily wine sales averaging $250.
Aug 2016 - Aug 2017Irvine, CA
Server / Winery
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments from customers and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
  • Created orders, documented special requests and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service and minimize complaints.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
  • Bussed and reset 12 tables per shift, working efficiently to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers.
  • Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business.
  • Trained incoming staff on restaurant's practices, culture and procedures to maximize job satisfaction and productivity.
  • Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Checked identification to enforce age requirement for alcoholic beverages.
  • Managed food resources, memorized orders and wrote patron's food orders on slips in [Number]-seat restaurant.
  • Memorized restaurant wine stock and appropriate entree pairings, driving daily wine sales averaging $250.
Sep 2015 - Aug 2016Tustin, CA
Server / Tustin Grille
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments from customers and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
  • Cleaned outdoor eating area and indoor dining room by wiping tables, placing trash in receptacles and restocking napkin dispensers.
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
  • Created orders, documented special requests and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service and minimize complaints.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
  • Bussed and reset 12 tables per shift, working efficiently to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers.
  • Trained incoming staff on restaurant's practices, culture and procedures to maximize job satisfaction and productivity.
  • Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business.
  • Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Checked identification to enforce age requirement for alcoholic beverages.
Education
Jun 1990Palm Springs, CA
High School DiplomaPalm Springs High School
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • McCormick And Schmits
  • Cafe Tu Tu Tango
  • Winery
  • Tustin Grille

School Attended

  • Palm Springs High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Server

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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