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SERVER
Summary

Adaptable server offering extensive knowledge of hospitality etiquette, food preparation and superior customer service. Competent and capable team member in FOH and BOH operations. Bringing 17 years of experience with dining food service.

High-energy restaurant professional skilled at welcoming guests, maintaining entrances and balancing server loads to optimize operations. Smoothly set up reservations, coordinate events and monitor routine dining room activities. Collaborative, hardworking and efficient in prioritizing and handling simultaneous tasks.

Skilled food service professional offering expertise in order taking, money handling and product promotion. Maintain deep understanding of menu offerings to provide expert recommendations for any desire. Familiar with special dietary requirements such as food allergies and celiac disease.

Skills
  • Price memorization
  • Wine pairings
  • Buffet setup and takedown
  • Liquor, wine and food service
  • Check payment processing
  • Dining customer service
  • Food inspection
  • Point of Sale (POS) system operations
  • Effective customer upselling
  • Menu memorization
  • Bussing expertise
  • Food safety understanding
  • Prompt table clearance
  • High-volume dining
  • Relationship management
  • Service prioritization
  • Sales techniques
  • Seating assignment preparation
  • Safe food handling
  • Effective sales techniques
Experience
02/2019 to 09/2019
ServerCompany Name － City, State
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciling cash drawer.
  • Arranged each place setting attractively and verified all items were clean and free from water spots and chips.
  • Recommended daily specials, wine selections and desserts to guide patrons toward more profitable items.
  • Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
  • Cleaned dining area between guests with efficient sweeping, glass washing and spill removal.
  • Checked patrons' identification to ensure minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
02/2019 to 09/2019
ServerCompany Name － City, State
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Arranged each place setting attractively and verified all items were clean and free from water spots and chips.
  • Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks.
  • Added special garnishes and other finishing touches to improve visual impact of plates and contrast or add flavor to dishes.
  • Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff.
  • Completed opening and closing checklists, including emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Assisted individuals in selecting meal options, including entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for those with food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.
  • Restocked nonperishables and other items, including condiments and napkins from inventory to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly.
01/2016 to 04/2017
Server/Day Shift SupervisorCompany Name － City, State
  • Arranged each place setting attractively and verified all items were clean and free from water spots and chips.
  • Recommended daily specials, wine selections and desserts to guide patrons toward more profitable items.
  • Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciling cash drawer.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
  • Recorded orders and partnered with team members to efficiently serve food and beverages.
  • Cleaned dining area between guests with efficient sweeping, glass washing and spill removal.
  • Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling, guest expectations and restaurant protocols.
  • Discussed alternative selections with chef for guests with food allergies or gluten-free requests.
  • Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff.
  • Completed opening and closing checklists, including emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Added special garnishes and other finishingtouches to improve visual impact of plates and contrast or add flavor to dishes.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.
  • Restocked nonperishables and other items, including condiments and napkins from inventory to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly.
Education and Training
06/2003
High School DiplomaBCIT Westampton － City, State
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • BCIT Westampton

Job Titles Held:

  • Server
  • Server/Day Shift Supervisor

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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