CAMDEN HOUSTON
CALGARY,AB
Summary
Hardworking, professional, and dedicated University student who has been working in The 'Restaurant Industry' for 5+ years. Courteous, friendly and loves working with people. Can lead a team through hardship, and can always be counted on to do an exceptional job at what is being asked of myself. Said to be very good under pressure, and quick reaction times in high paced environments and always thinking quickly. I can ensure you that I will be an asset to your team while enjoying my time with co-workers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
SERVER
Brix + Barrel
03.2023 - Current
- Serves food and beverages promptly with focused attention; primarily to Corporate Individuals within the Financial District.
- Works daily with POS system (Touch Bistro) to place orders and manage bills.
- Efficiently Upsells high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Works large events and restaurant buyouts of up to 400 people.
SERVER
Hyatt Regency
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Maintained event cleanliness during service by promptly clearing dishes after each course.
- Entire Pre Banquet Set-up and take down.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Guided arriving guests to tables, took drink orders and relayed information to bartenders.
- Executed synchronized meal service simultaneously serving multiple guests.
SERVER + HOSTESS
Central Taps + Food
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Ran food and drinks, bussed tables, supported servers, and cleaned and restocked bathrooms
- Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
MODEL
Patti Falconer Agency
11.2022 - Current
- Posed and walked in runway shows to demonstrate features such as garment quality, style and design.
- Attended a number of casting calls, fittings, shows and shoots over many years
- Maintained readiness for all jobs by keeping up with proper self-care and effective stress management strategies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Mount Royal University
Calgary, ABWestern Canada High School
Calgary, AB06.2022
Skills
- Pro Serve Certification
- POS Systems (Touch Bistro/Squirrel/Toast)
- Use of KDS/EXPO
- Customer Service
- Hospitality and Accommodation
Timeline
SERVER
Brix + Barrel
03.2023 - Current
SERVER
Hyatt Regency
02.2023 - 08.2024
MODEL
Patti Falconer Agency
11.2022 - Current
SERVER + HOSTESS
Central Taps + Food
03.2022 - 07.2023
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Mount Royal University
Western Canada High School