Amanda Wathen
Summary
- Working Holiday Authorization
- Food Safe Level 1 Certified
- Serving It Right Certified
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Server and Prep Cook
Berwick House
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dinning room and work areas clean.
- Utilized knowledge of dietary restrictions to assist patrons in making informed menu selections tailored to individual preferences or limitations.
- Organized and prepared meats, vegetables, and desserts for service.
- Consistently delivered high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
Daytime Manager
La Taqueria Pinche Taco Shop
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Opened and closed location while monitoring shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Reviewed cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
- Purchased adequate quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
Server and Cook
Three Gringos Mexican Grill
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Trained new staff and supervised kitchen team of 10.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high efficiency.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
Back of House Team Member
Romeos Italian Restaurant
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Executed food preparation duties such as assembling salads, appetizers, cold dishes.
- Responsible for taking phone calls dealing with customer enquiries and complaints, and resolving any situations brought to my attention.
- Preformed daily cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep kitchen clean and organized.
Server
Salty's Fish and Chips
05.2014 - 09.2015
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and received food and drink orders.
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and cocktails to enhance sales numbers.
- Described menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Education
Camosun College
Victoria, CanadaSkills
- Excellent time management
- Hardworking team player
- Exceptional communication
Timeline
Server and Prep Cook
Berwick House
04.2023 - 11.2023
Daytime Manager
La Taqueria Pinche Taco Shop
08.2019 - 03.2020
Server and Cook
Three Gringos Mexican Grill
06.2016 - 08.2019
Back of House Team Member
Romeos Italian Restaurant
09.2015 - 06.2016
Server
Salty's Fish and Chips
05.2014 - 09.2015
Camosun College
Similar Profiles
Zaahir HassenZaahir Hassen
Customer Relations Manager at Berwick City (Formerly Berwick Motor Group)Customer Relations Manager at Berwick City (Formerly Berwick Motor Group)
LAURA SCORSELAURA SCORSE
Automotive Service Advisor at Mercedes Benz BerwickAutomotive Service Advisor at Mercedes Benz Berwick
Chase ColeChase Cole
Volunteer at Berwick Waters ParkrunVolunteer at Berwick Waters Parkrun
Brady QuinneyBrady Quinney
Crew Member, Cook, Cashier, Server, and Prep Cook at Bush's ChickenCrew Member, Cook, Cashier, Server, and Prep Cook at Bush's Chicken
Nikai BoyarkoNikai Boyarko
Server/Event Server/Host/Prep Cook at Tartine BistroServer/Event Server/Host/Prep Cook at Tartine Bistro