Restaurant Server and Bartender with over 8 years experience in the food and beverage industry. Excellent customer service skills. Focused, friendly, and knowledgeable in many facets of food service and guest relations.
Skills
Experience in both corporate and fine dining establishments
Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
Flexible schedule capability
Bar terminology
Work History
Server, 11/2012
to 06/2013 Belleair Country Club – Belleair,
Florida
Took food and beverage orders from members in a highly reputable fine dining country club.
Set up and serve multiple banquet events.
Extensively know the menu and appropriate wine pairings.
Clean and stock bar, wait stations, and main dining areas.
Set dining tables according to type of event and service standards.
Sales Associate, 10/2011
to 10/2012 Bed Bath & Beyond – Salem,
NH
I excelled at learning extensive product knowledge to assist customers.
Handled cash and was responsible for my drawer.
I performed all of my required daily tasks while still being friendly and helpful to customers.
Assisted co-workers whenever possible.
Server, 02/2010
to 02/2011 Bertucci's Italian Restaurant – North Andover,
MA
Gained experience with various mixed drinks and wines.
Received my ServSafe Alcohol certification.
Quickly set up and cleared tables and stocked all service stations.
Assertively upsold alcoholic beverages, appetizers and desserts.
Operated MICROS system to communicate with the kitchen staff while providing prompt service.
Server, Hostess, Expediter, Caterer, 03/2005
to 12/2009 Cody's Original Roadhouse – Tarpon Springs,
FL
Learned excellent customer service skills and how to use the PINNACLE operating system.
Trained to operate outside catering events.
Maintained complete knowledge of restaurant menu, including daily food and drink specials.
Worked as a team member with coworkers to run food, effectively serve guests, and restock each station for more than 4 years.
Education
High School Diploma: 2007 J.W. Mitchell High School - Trinity,
FL
Excelled in multiple honors classes.
Officer in Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps.
Active member in NJROTC drill and academics teams.
Additional Information
Was offered my job back at any time due to my exceptional skills by my previous employer Mark Poppleton of the Belleair Country Club.
