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Jessica Claire
  • Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
  • Home: (555) 432-1000
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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.

Dynamic [Job Title] with [Number] years in FOH and BOH functions. Diplomatic and engaging communicator with exceptional customer service and food handling expertise. Skilled at memorizing menu items and orders, upselling additional products and taking accurate drink and food orders.

Self-motivated and dependable [Job Title] offering [Number] years of restaurant industry experience. Proficient in assisting guests with reservations, takeout orders and general inquiries. Career history achieving high performance with minimal supervision.

Skilled [Job Title] offering expertise in order taking, money handling and product promotion. Greets guests with genuine smile, builds rapport and promotes enjoyable dining experience. Maintains thorough knowledge of menu to make recommendations.

Adaptable [Job Title] offering [Number] years of experience in casual and fast-casual food service. Quality-driven expert with extensive knowledge of hospitality etiquette, food preparation and superior customer service. Courteous and reliable team member proficient in FOH and BOH operations.

Goal-focused [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience working in high-end, fine dining restaurant settings. Driven to go above and beyond to satisfy customers, improve operations and support team members. Dedicated to maximizing table turnover to take advantage of every sales opportunity without sacrificing service.

Experienced [Job Title] with solid background in food service and history tackling various tasks to support team. Knowledgeable about safe food handling and order taking with high standards for organization and cleanliness. Successful at offering speedy assistance to maximize customer satisfaction.

Experienced [Job Title] offering enthusiasm, dedication and exceptional work ethic. Trained in fine dining table and wine service with in-depth knowledge of various cuisine. Highly versatile and adaptable to fast-paced, changing restaurant environments with discerning customers and high standards.

Hardworking [Job Title] with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.

High-energy [Job Title] skilled at welcoming guests, maintaining entrances and balancing server loads to optimize operations. Smoothly makes reservations, coordinate events and monitors routine dining room activities. Collaborative, hardworking and efficient in prioritizing and handling simultaneous tasks to promote positive dining experiences for guests.

Customer-oriented [Job Title] with [Number] years of success creating memorable dining experiences for patrons. Talented at cheerfully recommending selections, taking orders and fulfilling requests exactly as asked. Enhanced customer satisfaction [Number]% by maintaining upbeat attitude, quickly attending to guests and [Action].

Focused [Job Title] with over [Number] years of hands-on experience. Skillful in handling phone duties and reservations. Well-versed in coordinating large-scale events and intimate dining. Proactive and friendly professional with strengths in customer service, time management and effective planning.

Dedicated [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience skilled in memorizing menus and promoting customer loyalty. Resourceful individual providing customers with pleasant dining experience and quality food service. Proficient in itemizing orders and preparing accurate checks, assisting guests in menu selections and resolving common customer issues. Commended for excellent multitasking abilities and happy, patient demeanor.

Efficient [Job Title] offering [Number] years of experience satisfying clientele using strong interpersonal, multitasking and time management skills. Outgoing individual with expertise in smoothly delivering food to guests and turning dining tables rapidly to maximize profits. Proficient in POS system operations.

Driven server with [Number] years of experience increasing [Type] sales while delivering superior service. Expert at promoting menu items by answering customer questions enthusiastically, taking orders and maintaining communication with guests. Intuitive salesperson able to upsell [Number]% of patrons served, increasing earnings for restaurant and tips.

Polished [Job Title] with aptitude for menu memorization and quick calculations. Extensive experience providing first-rate service in [Type] establishments. Thrive in fast-paced environments through excellent [Skill] and [Skill] skills.

Results-driven Waitress with [Number] years of service experience supporting daily operations of dining room and kitchen areas, restaurant maintenance procedures and quality standards. Skillful in setting up food stations, accurately recording orders and assisting guests in making menu choices. Reliable, customer service-driven team player.

Responsible [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience in fast-paced service settings. Systematic about taking accurate orders, keeping customers happy and contributing time and abilities toward team success. Quickly clears and resets tables, restocks supplies and cleans up spills. Superior work ethic with continual positive attitude.

Personable [Job Title] with more than [Number] years of experience in food and beverage industry. Intelligent and focused with in-depth knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods. Punctual and communicative individual driven to exceed sales goals and build long-term, loyal relationships with customers.

Hardworking [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience and solid background in food service field. Highly skilled at meeting needs of diverse customers while keeping calm and maintaining professionalism. History of delivering speedy service while working on feet for long periods of time and training incoming staff.

Energetic [Job Title] bringing [Number] year background in service industry. Talent in fostering repeat business through advanced interpersonal skills. Recognized for physical coordination and strong memory.

Friendly [Job Title] with strong understanding of hospitality and food and beverage industries. Extensive knowledge of gourmet chef creations and complementary food and wine pairings. Personable individual possessing strong work ethic and great flexibility. Dedicated to delivering positive customer experience through genuine hospitality.

Skills
  • Food inspection
  • Effective customer upselling
  • Liquor, wine and food service
  • Food safety understanding
  • High-volume dining
  • Menu memorization
  • Wine pairings
  • Special dietary requirements
  • Dish preparation
  • Table Bussing
  • Table setting arrangements
  • Menu knowledge
  • Dining customer service
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Sales Techniques
  • Quality control
  • Relationship management
  • Seating assignment preparation
  • Service prioritization
  • White glove service
  • Safe food handling
  • Dining crew workflow optimization
  • Buffet setup and takedown
  • Check payment processing
  • Point of Sale (POS) system operations
  • Price memorization
Experience
Server, 03/2017 to 03/2020
Sunrise Senior LivingMenlo Park, NJ,
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Provided exceptional service to [Number] customers per day at [Type] establishment.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Adhered to minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
  • Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Upsold customers and optimized table-turns to outperform average sales by [Number]%.
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to efficiently serve food and beverage options.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
  • Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as specified by patrons, consistently delivering to tables or bar without spillage.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Presented patrons with menus and specials promptly after seating, following up to address questions before taking orders.
  • Performed walked throughs during service to monitor guest satisfaction and advise serving and bussing staff of specific guest needs.
  • Prepared and served cold, hot and [Type] beverages to guests.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • 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.
  • Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
  • Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Reviewed identification for patrons before serving alcoholic drinks.
  • Sent orders to kitchen staff by [Action].
  • Communicated effectively with patrons to establish preferences and dietary restrictions and make food and beverage recommendations.
  • Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
Server, 06/2012 to 05/2016
Sunrise Senior LivingPikesville, MD,
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • 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.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Provided exceptional service to [Number] customers per day at [Type] establishment.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Adhered to minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
  • 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.
  • Upsold customers and optimized table-turns to outperform average sales by [Number]%.
  • Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
  • Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
  • Met or exceeded sales targets on consistent basis with proactive promotional strategies and dessert mentions.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Processed customers' payments and provided receipts.
  • Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals in [Number]-compartment sink.
  • Designed custom private function and banquet packages for business dinners, sales presentations, club meetings, weddings and charity events.
  • Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as specified by patrons, consistently delivering to tables or bar without spillage.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
Administration Assistant, 02/2011 to 03/2015
American Red CrossDayton, OH,
  • Processed incoming mail and packages and placed envelopes in bins to be dispersed to personnel in [Type] and [Type] departments.
  • Processed all departmental mail outs of award packages.
  • Communicated with vendors to place and receive orders, request maintenance services and deliver instruction on behalf of office management.
  • Managed phone calls from clients during [Job title]'s absences and delivered informative answers to questions.
  • Greeted visitors or callers daily to handle inquiries or direct to appropriate persons.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/2012 to East St John - Reserve, LA
GPA:
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School Attended

  • East St John

Job Titles Held:

  • Server
  • Server
  • Administration Assistant

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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