Waiter resume example with 3+ years of experience
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Amazing customer service
Organization skills
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.
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.
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.
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.
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].
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.
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.
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.
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- Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
- Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
- Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
- Communicated with event coordinators to verify appropriate and adequate accommodations for larger parties.
- Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
- 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.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- 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.
- Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
- Created approximately [Number] orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Primed and sealed unfinished wood, plastic and metal surfaces to prepare for additional coats of paint and other finishing substances.
- Cleaned and protected interior and exterior surfaces with oils and mildew remover.
- Applied paint, stain and varnish to wood, metal, plastic and drywall both inside and outside of residential dwellings using sprayers, brushes and rollers.
- Received work orders from supervisors and clients to determine scope of work, materials needed and other job requirements.
- Sanded, stripped, brushed and power washed surfaces to clean and smooth, ensuring adherence of paint and primer.
- Set up scaffolding and ladders to access elevated surfaces safely, following OSHA and company guidelines for proper equipment usage.
- Protected exposed surfaces from harmful substances by setting up drop cloths, plastic or paper.
- Waterproofed surfaces using felt paper, asphalt paper, tar, caulk and other components.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work and estimate materials for each job.
- Recommended options to customers for blending, harmonizing and contrasting colors to add depth to smaller spaces.
- Initiated group programs to challenge members to make exercise part of daily routines.
- Promoted company public profile by delivering speeches, writing articles and presenting at industry conferences as public face of organization.
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project road map.
- Promoted brand awareness by increasing market penetration across [Type] markets.
Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School - Hialeah, FL
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Resume Overview
School Attended
- Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School
Job Titles Held:
- Waiter
- Cook
- Painter Laborer
- Gym Director
Degrees
- High School Diploma
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