Server/Kitchen Hand Resume Example Kipp Houston Public Schools

SERVER/KITCHEN HAND

Summary

Skills

Experience

11/2019 to Current

Server/Kitchen HandKipp Houston Public Schools － Dallas , TX

Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
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.
Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
Adhered to minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
Provided exceptional service to [Number] customers per day at [Type] establishment.
Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
Partnered with host, bus person and cook to efficiently serve food and beverages.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
Upsold customers and optimized table-turns to outperform average sales by [Number]%.
Attended to new customers quickly to inquire about drinks and start off dining experience with prompt beverage service.
Processed customers' payments and provided receipts.
Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Performed walked throughs during service to monitor guest satisfaction and advise serving and bussing staff of specific guest needs.
Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
Presented patrons with menus and specials promptly after seating, following up to address questions before taking orders.
Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
Requested photo identification from patrons ordering alcoholic beverages to verify legal age of consumption.
Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
Greeted newly seated guests quickly and efficiently.
Rearranged tables and chairs, located or rolled extra silverware and [Action] to prepare for large groups.
Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Prepared and served cold, hot and [Type] beverages to guests.
Sent orders to kitchen staff by [Action].
Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as specified by patrons, consistently delivering to tables or bar without spillage.
Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals in [Number]-compartment sink.
Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
Reviewed identification for patrons before serving alcoholic drinks.
Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Communicated with event coordinators to verify appropriate and adequate accommodations for larger parties.
Designed custom private function and banquet packages for business dinners, sales presentations, club meetings, weddings and charity events.
Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
Communicated effectively with patrons to establish preferences and dietary restrictions and make food and beverage recommendations.
Met or exceeded sales targets on consistent basis with proactive promotional strategies and dessert mentions.
Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.

06/2019 to 10/2019

Bartender/ Bar BackWreckroom Saloon － City , STATE

Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
Checked identification of customers to verify age requirements needed to purchase alcohol.
Prepared over [Number] mixed drinks and poured wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages for average of [Number] patrons per shift.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Monitored patrons to keep alcohol consumption at designated levels.
Designed and implemented new cocktails to drive customer interest and sales numbers.
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Worked with management to plan and implement special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Engaged in small talk with patrons to build rapport and earn repeat business.
Prepared and served over [Number] drinks per shift in high-volume [Type] environment.
Multitasked to meet customer, business operations and server needs with minimal errors or delays.
Collected and organized more than $[Amount] in gross revenue and tips on [Timeframe] basis.
Stocked bar with beer, wine, liquor and related supplies.
Collected food, wine and appetizer orders from patrons and promoted upsell items.
Made product recommendations to customers based on preference, food pairings and special promotions.

08/2010 to 06/2016

SpEd ParaprofessionalTopock Elementary School － City , STATE

Physically and verbally interacted with students to engage individuals and groups throughout day.
Conducted special assessments and tutoring sessions to support individual student needs.
Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics.
Performed diverse tasks for teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination.
Communicated effectively with educators from various grade levels.
Administered minor first aid to injured students and notified school nurse to render additional aid.
Distributed classroom materials and supplies such as pencils, paper and art materials.
Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Applied positive reinforcement for performance to redirect negative behaviors.
Led groups of youth in discovery exercises and offered personalized support to individuals in need of extra assistance.
Assisted teacher in monitoring students' progress using [Type] method and by reviewing test scores and classwork.
Observed students to supply teachers with feedback regarding potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
Assisted [Number] children per station during small group learning periods.
Created and distributed instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
Organized classroom, placing books back on shelves and [Task] to keep areas well-maintained and organized.
Supplied one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Developed and implemented skill-building activities focused on [Type] and [Type] abilities.
Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to [Job title] for parental notification.
Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
Kept over [Number] students safe in classroom and outside environments.
Arranged and led activities for students, including [Type] and [Type].
Implemented [Type] programs to encourage student participation.
Wrote daily and weekly lesson plans.
Graded assignments and tests using answer key, documented results and informed lead teacher of students' performance.
Kept youth safe and secure at facility and in public.
Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays.
Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips.
Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students.
Organized field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos.
Used [Type] exercises and repetition to assist students in learning foundational educational concepts.
Tutored and supported students individually and in groups of up to [Number] by reteaching and reviewing lesson concepts and [Action].
Helped prepare daily lesson plans for activities and lessons.
Distributed and collected tests and homework to collate and prepare for grading.
Encouraged students to be understanding of and helpful to others.
Monitored students in class, hallways and [Location] to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies for maximum efficiency.
Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Supported students in developing strategies for individual needs and classroom group dynamics.
Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
Helped prepare and execute daily plans for activities and lessons.
Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
Provided feedback on individual actions, behaviors and verbal responses.
Supervised [Number] students on field trips by performing head counts and maintaining group proximity to account for all children in busy, public environments.

Education and Training

05/1999

High School DiplomaPampa High School － City, State

Some College (No Degree): PhlebotomyMohave Community College － City, State

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School Attended

Pampa High School
Mohave Community College

Job Titles Held:

Server/Kitchen Hand
Bartender/ Bar Back
SpEd Paraprofessional

Degrees

High School Diploma
Some College (No Degree) : Phlebotomy

Server/Kitchen Hand Resume Example

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