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WAITER
Summary
Efficient waiter offering 8 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.
Skills
Education and Training
Some College (No Degree)ITT Technical Institute - IndianapolisCity,State,C.E.E.T
High School DiplomaWarren Township HighschoolCity,State,06/2001
Experience
Fellowship Senior LivingWaiter | Basking Ridge , NJ07/2019 to Current
- Greeted customers, assisted with questions and made recommendations concerning daily specials, wine selections and desserts to guide patrons toward more profitable items.
- Completed opening and closing checklists by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
- Partnered with team members to efficiently serve food and beverages.
- Arranged each place setting attractively, using clean, chip-free plates and utensils.
- Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
- Served average of [Number] patrons daily at [Type] restaurant with exceptional service.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciling cash drawer.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
- Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
- Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
- Attended to new customers quickly to inquire about drinks and start off dining experience with prompt beverage service.
- Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
- Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
Fellowship Senior LivingWaiter | Basking Ridge , NJ02/2017 to 09/2019
- Greeted customers, assisted with questions and made recommendations concerning daily specials, wine selections and desserts to guide patrons toward more profitable items.
- Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals in [Number]-compartment sink.
- Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
- Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
- Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
- Served average of [Number] patrons daily at [Type] restaurant with exceptional service.
- Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
- Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
- Completed opening and closing checklists by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
- Designed custom private function and banquet packages to accommodate groups of up to [Number], including business dinners, sales presentations, club meetings, weddings and charity events.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
- Partnered with team members to efficiently serve food and beverages.
- Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
- Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
- Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Attended to new customers quickly to inquire about drinks and start off dining experience with prompt beverage service.
Gpm InvestmentsSales Associate | Rothschild , WI01/2015 to 10/2016
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
- Prepared cash deposits up to $[Amount] with zero discrepancies.
- Helped average of [Number] customers per day by responding to inquiries and locating products.
- Assisted customers by finding needed [Type] items and checking inventory for items at other locations.
- Processed orders through system and coordinated product deliveries.
- Built strong, professional relationships through identification of client needs, which increased overall sales and opportunities.
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School Attended
- ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
- Warren Township Highschool
Job Titles Held:
- Waiter
- Sales Associate
Degrees
- Some College (No Degree)
High School Diploma
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