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Summary

Adaptable waitress, offering 4 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. Experienced at 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.

Skills
  • Point of Sale (POS) system operations
  • Safe food handling
  • Menu memorization
  • High-volume dining
  • Food safety understanding
  • Dining customer service
  • Table setting arrangements
  • Liquor, wine and food service
  • Table Bussing
  • Menu knowledge
  • Seating assignment preparation
  • Effective customer upselling
Experience
Waitress, Traditions Spirits, September 2020-October 2020Davis , OK
  • Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
  • 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.
  • Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Communicated with event coordinators to verify appropriate and adequate accommodations for larger parties.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
Waitress/Shift Leader, Sams Southern Eatery, October 2019-April 2020City , STATE
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
  • Communicated with event coordinators to verify appropriate and adequate accommodations for larger parties.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
Waitress/Hostess, Longhorn Grill, April 2019-October 2019City , STATE
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Waitress/Bartender, Jalapeno Tree, March 2017-December 2018City , STATE
  • Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
  • 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.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
Education and Training
High School DiplomaPanola Charter School, , CityDecember 2013
Some College (No Degree)Panola College, CityState
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School Attended

  • Panola Charter School
  • Panola College

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  • Waitress/Shift Leader
  • Waitress/Hostess
  • Waitress/Bartender

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