Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
Interests
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Fatoumata Lamine Keïta

Coquitlam,BC

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Waitress Trainer at Amandine, recognized for enhancing team efficiency and customer satisfaction. Leveraged strong communication and coaching skills to reduce order errors and improve service quality. Expert in wine pairing and adept at motivating staff, leading to increased repeat business and overall restaurant performance.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitress Trainer

Amandine
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Developed strong communication skills by effectively conveying information between kitchen staff, management, and waitstaff.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing guest concerns promptly.
  • Maintained consistent customer satisfaction rates through attentive listening skills and prompt issue resolution when necessary.
  • Provided support during high volume periods by efficiently managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Promoted teamwork among staff members through collaboration efforts and fostering a positive work atmosphere.
  • Assisted new hires in acclimating to the workplace by providing support, encouragement, and guidance throughout their training period.
  • Ensured smooth transitions between shifts by conducting thorough handovers with incoming waitstaff regarding ongoing table statuses or special requests from guests.
  • Increased overall restaurant performance through comprehensive staff training on menu items, upselling techniques, and company policies.
  • Recognized for exemplary training skills by management, resulting in increased responsibilities and involvement in onboarding new employees.
  • Reduced order errors by implementing standardized processes for communicating orders clearly between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by organizing shift schedules, delegating tasks, and ensuring timely completion of responsibilities.
  • Established rapport with regular patrons, leading to increased repeat business for the establishment over time.
  • Maximized revenue potential by effectively suggesting daily specials or promotions to customers based on their preferences or dietary restrictions.

Education

Associate's Degree - Art

Alexander College
Burnaby, None

High School - Science

Lycée Notre Dame Du Niger
Bamako
06.2024

Skills

  • Team motivation
  • Body language awareness
  • Wine pairing expertise
  • Patience and tact
  • Order accuracy
  • Role modeling
  • Reservation management
  • Energy and enthusiasm
  • Food safety awareness
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Bill computation
  • Food and beverage pairings
  • Daily specials memorization
  • High volume dining

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Accomplishments

Graduated high school with honors.

I participated in the Math Olympiad.

Experience Volunteer at an orphanage – Bamako, Mali (July 2022)

• Organized educational and recreational activities for children

• Helped with meal distribution and daily operations

• Provided emotional support and contributed to the children’s personal development

Interests

  • Fashion and styling (great if applying for retail or clothing stores)
  • Cultural arts and crafts (ties into your antique replicas project)
  • Customer service or helping people (for sales, or retail roles)
  • Braiding and hairstyling (shows skill, patience, and attention to detail)
  • Cooking or trying new recipes (shows creativity and discipline)

Timeline

Waitress Trainer

Amandine
01.2021 - 01.2023

Associate's Degree - Art

Alexander College

High School - Science

Lycée Notre Dame Du Niger
Fatoumata Lamine Keïta