Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Cooking, Reading, Learning languages, Yoga.
Timeline
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BENITA GOODNESS DANIEL

EDMONTON,ALBERTA

Summary

Dear Sir/ Madam It’s with high level of interest that I submit my application. I am hardworking, organized, responsible, enthusiastic, ambitious, flexible, willing to learn and able to work under no or minimum supervision. Supportive Steward experienced supporting culinary and service teams. Effective and efficient in areas of dish washing, sanitation, customer service and cleanliness. 2 years of experience in fast-paced environments. Quality communication skills giving articulate instruction and working collectively.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Steward/OTG

Kamal
Edmonton, AB
04.2023 - Current
  • Promoted accident prevention through proper and acceptable levels of sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen.
  • Checked recycling cans, removed garbage and put recyclables in correct bin.
  • Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean, and properly sanitized.
  • Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards.
  • Followed company safety and security policies and procedures when reporting maintenance needs and unsafe work conditions.
  • Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
  • Greeted guests and asked open-ended questions to help determine needs and offer options.
  • Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
  • Assisted servers by providing glassware and utensils to guests.
  • Addressed customer complaints and inquiries to verify satisfaction.
  • Monitored dining room inventory and replenished as necessary.
  • Arranged tables and chairs for special occasions and events.
  • Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections.

Bartender

Glory John
Lagos, Lagos State
01.2021 - 03.2022
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.

Server

Jeffrey Akinmuyisan
Ondo, Ondo State
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Languages And Cultural Studies

University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
03.2026

Skills

  • Event Planning and Assistance
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Safety Standards
  • Customer Assistance
  • Trash Removal
  • Hotel Management Procedures
  • Cooking Procedures
  • Dish Washing
  • Cooler Cleaning
  • Dishwasher Management
  • Hazardous Chemicals
  • Accident Prevention

Cooking, Reading, Learning languages, Yoga.

Learning Languages: Nowadays, it's not enough to speak english. Learning a language or two can help you stand out from the competition.

Yoga: Yoga demonstrates that you are able to stay calm, it also shows that you have an outlet for stress and that you care about your wellbeing.

Reading: Reading conveys intelligence and that you like learning new things.

Cooking: Cooking suggest that you are a creative person with great improvisation skills.

Timeline

Steward/OTG

Kamal
04.2023 - Current

Bartender

Glory John
01.2021 - 03.2022

Server

Jeffrey Akinmuyisan
10.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Languages And Cultural Studies

University of Alberta
BENITA GOODNESS DANIEL