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

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.

Skills
  • Food safety understanding
  • Food inspection
Experience
Waiter , 11/2017 - Current
Department Of Defense South Burlington, VT,
  • Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Increased sales of high margin menu items through effective upselling.
  • Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Upsold customers and optimized table-turns to outperform average sales by [Number]%.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
  • Provided exceptional service to [Number] customers per day at [Type] establishment.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
  • Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
  • Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Communicated with event coordinators to verify appropriate and adequate accommodations for larger parties.
  • Met or exceeded sales targets on consistent basis with proactive promotional strategies and dessert mentions.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Designed custom private function and banquet packages for business dinners, sales presentations, club meetings, weddings and charity events.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
Waiter, 11/2019 - 03/2020
Department Of Defense Southport, NC,
  • Upsold customers and optimized table-turns to outperform average sales by [Number]%.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
  • Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Increased sales of high margin menu items through effective upselling.
  • Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
  • Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • 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.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
  • Provided exceptional service to [Number] customers per day at [Type] establishment.
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
Camp Counselor, 07/2019 - 08/2019
City Of Lenexa Lenexa, KS,
  • Explained principles, techniques and safety requirements to activity participants to prevent injury.
  • Coordinated and arranged decorations, equipment and food service to facilitate various entertaining activities.
  • Observed participants for signs of physical distress and stopped activity to administer care.
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
  • Diversified recreational offerings by building and overseeing activity schedule.
  • Promoted monthly events and activities to increase participation and revenue.
  • Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
  • Maintained detailed records of recreational and craft supplies using [Software].
  • Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
  • Designed detailed daily schedules for [Number] counselors and [Number] campers to increase safety and overall camp success.
  • Checked on campers struggling with various social and recreational skills to maintain camper and parent satisfaction.
  • Implemented [Type] protocols to develop relationships with campers and parents.
  • Reported any camper not following proper safety protocols to maintain safety of [Number] campers.
  • Participated in camp-centered activities, including canoeing, swimming, painting and softball while monitoring [Number] campers of all ages.
  • Educated [Number] campers on important skills such as how to spot poison ivy, poisonous snakes or dangerous wildlife and how to safely start and extinguish campfires.
  • Increased overall camp participation by [Number] campers through designing reward programs and launching effective marketing.
  • Developed camp emergency procedures and shared with other counselors in preparation for serious event or injury.
  • Attained facility targets, including revenue goals and member retention rates.
  • Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
  • Mediated conflicts between campers by [Action].
  • Organized and lead variety of small and large group activities, including [Type], [Type] and [Type] activities.
  • Advertised for upcoming events to promote engagement and involvement.
  • Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
  • Developed and implemented [Type], [Type] and [Type] activities for members.
  • Established, identified and assessed event goals and intended outcomes.
  • Gathered, prepared, operated and maintained all equipment and supplies necessary for planned activities.
  • Created and led safety training workshops for employees.
  • Planned, organized, facilitated and promoted diverse recreational programs.
  • Maintained facilities, grounds and equipment to ensure community safety and attract attention.
  • Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
  • Coordinated daily schedule of activities to assigned campers and managed transitions to ensure timely arrival.
  • Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
  • Oversaw event calendar and planning for [Location]-area projects.
  • Remained cognizant of camper dietary restrictions and allergies, confirming proper snacks and meals were distributed to each camper.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Arts: Political Science, Expected in
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John Jay College Of Criminal Justice - Manhattan, NY,
GPA:

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School Attended

  • John Jay College Of Criminal Justice

Job Titles Held:

  • Waiter
  • Waiter
  • Camp Counselor

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Arts

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