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WAITRESS
Summary

Hardworking and reliable [Industry] worker with strong background in operating cash registers, stocking merchandise and keeping areas clean and neat. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Skills
  • POS systems
  • Liquor regulations and compliance
  • Payment processing
  • Issue resolution
  • Cash drawer balancing
  • Credit and cash transactions
  • Coin counting
  • ID verification
Experience
Waitress, Waffle House , January 2019-CurrentSterlington, LA
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Attended to new customers quickly to inquire about drinks and start off dining experience with prompt beverage service.
  • 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.
  • Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals in [Number]-compartment sink.
  • Addressed any concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
Waitress, Bayou Bowl, February 2019-June 2019Monroe , LA
  • Maintained indoor and outdoor dining areas by removing trash, wiping down tables and restocking napkin dispensers.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff.
  • Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
  • Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling, guest expectations and restaurant protocols.
  • Discussed menu items and dietary concerns, noted special requests and suggested appetizers or other additional items to meet upsell goals.
Cashier, Dollar Tree, October 2018-January 2019Monroe , LA
  • Drove sales and add-on purchases by promoting specific item options to customers.
  • Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers.
  • Inspected items for damage and reported issues to supervisor to return unsalable merchandise and obtain replacements for customers.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answering questions and offering advice.
  • Wrapped items and bagged purchases properly to prevent merchandise breakage.
  • Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find necessary store items.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
  • Served needs of as many as [Number] patrons per shift, including collecting payments, tracking rewards and handling customer service issues.
  • Monitored sidewalk sales events to protect products, added new merchandise and rang up purchases at outside registers.
  • Wiped down counters and conveyor belt to remove debris and maintain cleanliness.
Cashier, Central Oil And Supply Corporation, November 2016-December 2018West Monroe, LA
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
  • Trained new employees in cashiering procedures, offering assistance in resolving [Type] issues.
  • Monitored sidewalk sales events to protect products, added new merchandise and rang up purchases at outside registers.
  • Increased sales [Number]% by suggesting specific purchases to customers and [Action].
  • Received payments for [Product or Service] and issued receipts reflecting zero balances or additional payments required to bring accounts current.
  • Read weekly sales inserts and tracked changing prices to remain up-to-date on store promotions.
  • Served needs of as many as [Number] patrons per shift, including collecting payments, tracking rewards and handling customer service issues.
  • Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers.
  • Rectified discrepancies between accounting records and cash drawer by researching daily transactions to pinpoint issues.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer service.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by providing assistance with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answering questions and offering advice.
  • Drove sales and add-on purchases by promoting specific item options to customers.
  • Notified security of suspected theft, including descriptions of individuals and items stolen to help control store losses.
  • Compiled and updated client data to track payments trends and support accurate accounting.
  • Assisted customers with account updates, new service additions and promotional offers.
  • Inspected items for damage and reported issues to supervisor to return unsalable merchandise and obtain replacements for customers.
Education and Training
High School DiplomaBastrop High School, , BastropLAMay 2014
Some College (No Degree)Grambling State University Lab High School, GramblingLA
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Waffle House
  • Bayou Bowl
  • Dollar Tree
  • Central Oil And Supply Corporation

School Attended

  • Bastrop High School
  • Grambling State University Lab High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Waitress
  • Cashier

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Some College (No Degree)

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