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Jessica Claire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 (555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary

Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children of different ages. Excellent communicator with good organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Seeking permanent role with growth potential.

Emerging food service professional and culinary arts student seeking position in elegant fine-dining establishment. Extensive knowledge of high-end ingredients and complementary food and wine pairings. Ready to advance training with real-world experience.

Skills
  • Puzzle and game play
  • Certified in First Aid and CPR
  • Bathing, grooming and dressing
  • Age-appropriate routines
  • Meal and snack preparation
  • Problem solving
  • Follows directions
  • Keeping children safe
  • Discipline understanding
  • Responsible driver
  • Reliability
  • Safe food handling
  • Menu memorization
  • Effective sales techniques
  • Sales techniques
  • Check payment processing
  • Prompt table clearance
  • Dining customer service
  • Bussing expertise
  • Food safety understanding
  • Buffet setup and takedown
  • Price memorization
  • Table setting arrangements
  • Menu knowledge
  • Payment processing
  • POS systems
  • Cash drawer balancing
  • Cash management
  • Cash counting machine operations
  • Credit and cash transactions
  • Coin counting
  • Cash register operation
  • Customer greeting
  • Prompt table clearance
Experience
02/2018 to 04/2019 Waitress Hilton Worldwide | Lutherville Timonium, MD,
  • Frequently communicated with kitchen staff to stay up to date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
  • Addressed any concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and organized food speed racks, bins and dry storage racks to keep food storage areas neat and prevent food-borne illness.
  • Attended to new customers quickly to inquire about drinks and start off dining experience with prompt beverage service.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and updates to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Prepared banquet rooms for use, adjusting lights, sound volumes and room temperature to provide comfortable experiences for guests.
  • Prepared banquet room for next function by resetting room, cleaning surfaces and replenishing supplies.
  • Maintained indoor and outdoor dining areas by removing trash, wiping down tables and restocking napkin dispensers.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly.
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments of up to $200, giving change and printing receipts with computer system.
04/2019 to 08/2019 Waitress Holiday Retirement | Grants Pass, OR,
  • 3Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling, guest expectations and restaurant protocols.
  • Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals in 3-compartment sink.
  • Answered phones politely and promptly, accurately recording and confirming reservations.
  • Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling over 30-40 orders each day.
  • Designed custom private function and banquet packages to accommodate groups of up to 20, including business dinners, sales presentations, club meetings, weddings and charity events.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and organized food speed racks, bins and dry storage racks to keep food storage areas neat and prevent food-borne illness.
  • Recorded orders and partnered with team members to efficiently serve food and beverages.
  • Assisted in preparing for special functions and banquets by setting up and taking down tables and chairs and decorating.
  • Inspected restrooms for cleanliness and availability of supplies 3 times per shift.
  • Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff.
  • Carried 4 plates at one time without dropping or spilling, decreasing overall customer wait time.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
01/2016 to Current Family Babysitter Self | City, STATE,

Helped children complete homework and special assignments daily to support academic performance.

  • Provided children with nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
  • Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television or other detrimental influences.
  • Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
  • Calculated amount owed for services and collected payment from parents.
  • Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
  • Cared for children aged 4 months-13 yrs , including tasks such as feeding, dressing and directing activities.
  • Discussed household rules, children's progress and routines with parents to foster stable and structured environment.
  • Built relationships with children by regularly discussing school, friends and favorite activities.
  • Listened to parent directions and followed guidelines for all aspects of children's care.
  • Used appliances, equipment and vehicles correctly at all times.
  • Kept parents' contact information, emergency services phone number and child’s health history on hand in case of emergency situations.
Education and Training
Expected in 05/2019 to to High School Diploma | Joaquin High School, Joaquin, TX GPA:
Status -
  • FCCLA, Spanish, Art, FCA Club Member
  • Majorette (1yr)
  • Basketball (6yrs)
  • Tennis (2yrs)
  • Softball (2yrs)
  • Band (4yrs)

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Joaquin High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Waitress
  • Waitress
  • Family Babysitter

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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