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Jessica Claire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
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Summary

Customer-oriented server with 7 years of success creating memorable dining experiences for patrons. Talented at cheerfully recommending selections, taking orders and fulfilling requests exactly as asked.

Skills
  • Customer service
  • High-volume dining
  • Menu knowledge
  • Quality control
  • Safe food handling
  • Multi-tasking
  • Point of Sale (POS) system operations
  • Table Bussing
  • Effective customer upselling
  • Food safety understanding
  • Price memorization
  • Service prioritization
Experience
10/2016 to Current
Server Stan Clark Companies Oklahoma City, OK,
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
09/2018 to 02/2019
Barista Eataly Las Vegas, NV,
  • Prepared and served hot and cold beverages such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
  • Memorized official and off-menu preparations to serve all customer beverage desires.
  • Enthusiastically engaged customers during busy periods to keep mood light and fun.
  • Gave details on coffee blends and preparation descriptions to customers.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
  • Received and accurately processed customer payments.
  • Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
  • Greeted guests with pleasant smile and superior customer service.
  • Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
10/2013 to 12/2016
Server/Restaurant Hostess Italian Garden Cafe City, STATE,
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Performed walked throughs during service to monitor guest satisfaction and advise serving and bussing staff of specific guest needs.
  • Escorted guests to seating area, furnished menus and highlighted daily specials to promote positive experience.
Education and Training
Expected in 07/2016 to to
High School Diploma:
Highschool - Canyon Lake, TX
GPA:

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Highschool

Job Titles Held:

  • Server
  • Barista
  • Server/Restaurant Hostess

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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