To display consistent professionalism and dedication by providing service and pleasurable experience with a friendly demeanor. Hardworking with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server
Il Pastaio
Beverly Hills
04.2017 - Current
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Assisted in training new servers.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
Checked food before serving it to customers.
Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Maintained records of transactions made during shift.
Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Server
Piccolo Paradiso
Beverly Hills
03.2021 - 03.2023
Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance guest satisfaction.
Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Addressed guest inquiries and complaints promptly to ensure a positive dining experience.
Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
Checked food before serving it to customers.
Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
Assisted in training new servers.
Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Performed inventory checks to ensure availability of necessary supplies and minimize disruptions.
Server
OSTERIA ANGELINI
Los Angeles
03.2021 - 03.2023
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate levels of necessary supplies.
Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
Server
NERANO
Beverly Hills
10.2019 - 02.2021
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Assisted in training new servers.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Checked food before serving it to customers.
Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
Server
Madeo Ristorante
Los Angeles
06.2013 - 01.2016
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Assisted in training new servers.
Checked food before serving it to customers.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
Server
Wally’s Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills
12.2012 - 06.2013
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Assisted in training new servers.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Checked food before serving it to customers.
Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Server
MR C
Beverly Hills
05.2011 - 06.2011
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
Trained new employees to perform duties.
Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
Server
AmicI Restaurant
Glendale
08.2009 - 05.2011
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Assisted in training new servers.
Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Checked food before serving it to customers.
Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate levels of necessary supplies.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
Server
AGO Restaurant
West Hollywood
01.2003 - 01.2009
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Assisted in training new servers.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Checked food before serving it to customers.
Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
Server
Epcot Center Disney World Server
Orlando
01.2001 - 01.2003
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Assisted in training new servers.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Checked food before serving it to customers.
Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate levels of necessary supplies.
Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Server
Montefiore
London
01.1998 - 01.2001
Tel 02077941200
Alfredo of
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Assisted in training new servers.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
SERVER
L’Artista
London
01.1997 - 01.1998
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Assisted in training new servers.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.