Kyra Scott
Victoria,BC
Summary
Compassionate Nutritionist with a passion for holistic cooking and fostering healthier lifestyles. Recognized skills in developing personalized nutritional meal plans, conducting dietary assessments, and providing dietary counseling. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to effectively address individual client needs.
Strong background experience in food preparation, cafeteria, fine dining, hospitality, and guest services.
Positive and upbeat with a focus on building strong team members relationships whilst successfully maintaining productivity in fast-paced environments, balancing diverse business requirements, and ensureing exceptional customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dining Room Hostess & Café Barista
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Victoria
08.2024 - Current
- Greet and seat guests upon arrival and provide them with menus.
- Manage dining room layout to maximize efficiency of staff members.
- Answers customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.
- Assist other departments when needed such as bussing tables or delivering food orders.
- Schedules reservations and notified servers and managers of large groups to prepare seating in advance.
- Operates commercial espresso machines to produce high-quality drinks.
- Stocks workstations with supplies such as cups, lids, syrups and sauces.
- Maintains cleanliness of cafe area including counters, tables and floors.
- Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, including proper food handling and cleanliness standards.
- Prepares and serves a variety of coffee drinks, including espresso, cappuccino, and latte, adhering to specific recipes and presentation standards.
- Provides excellent customer service by anticipating needs quickly.
- Housekeeping Attendant.
- Inspected guest rooms after cleaning to ensure all items were in proper working condition.
- Reported any maintenance issues or safety hazards to supervisor immediately.
- Responded promptly to special requests from guests or management staff.
- Checked all vacant rooms before assigning them to new guests.
- Assisted other hotel attendants with cleaning and room setup tasks during peak periods and holidays.
- Coached new housekeeping personnel by demonstrating approved cleaning procedures.
Seasonal Activities Coordinator & Saloon Manager
The Flying U Ranch
70 Mile House
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Saloon Manager and Activities Coordinator.
- Organized recreational activities to promote social interaction among participants.
- Ensured safety protocols were adhered to during all activities.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to program participants.
- Managed inventory and ordered new supplies for activities when stock was running low.
- Maintained accurate records of liquor inventory and purchases for budgeting purposes.
- Maintained cleanliness standards throughout the bar area including countertops, shelves and equipment.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
- Reorganized bar stations to streamline service flow.
- Poured wine, beer, and cocktails for patrons.
- Restocked beer and liquor regularly.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash register.
- Assisted in developing drink menus featuring seasonal ingredients from local suppliers.
Server & Barista
Rock Salt Restaurant
Salt Spring
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies, counting money, balancing registers, and locking up.
- Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, and promotions.
- Greeted and seated guests while providing menus and reviewing daily specials.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Provided exceptional service to a high volume of front of house customers with efficient, levelheaded customer service.
- Prepared and served a variety of coffee drinks, including espresso, cappuccino, and latte, adhering to specific recipes and presentation standards.
- Managed coffee grinding and brewing equipment, performing regular maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by efficiently offering recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Operated kitchen equipment to ensure efficient food preparation and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Adhered to health codes while preparing food items in accordance with safety guidelines.
Food Prep Service
Legion
Salt Springs
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring for meal preparation
- Assisted chefs in cooking and plating dishes according to recipes
- Maintained cleanliness by sanitizing workstations and organizing supplies
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure proper storage and handling
- Stocked pantry items and monitored inventory levels for efficiency
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations
- Placed cooked foods onto plates according to presentation guidelines set by restaurant chefs.
- Diced vegetables and fruits for salads, soups and other dishes.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries regarding menu items or special orders.
- Took and processed customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and service areas.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery.
- Recommended menu items based on customer preferences and dietary needs.
- Managed cash register transactions and ensured accurate payment processing.
Education
Diploma - Natural Nutritionist
Canadian School Of Natural Nutrition
Victoria, BC, CA 10.2024 - 07.2025
Diploma -
Gulf Island Secondary School
Salt Spring, BC 09.2018 - 06.2021
Skills
- Certified Natural Nutritionist
- Serving it Right
- Food Safe
- Food Preparation
- Food Production and Packaging
- Host/Hostess
- Barista
- Bartending
- Cash Handling
- Inventory management
- Detail-oriented
- Restaurant operations and Services
- Dining room management
- Hospitality services
- Bar terminology
- Payment processing
- Guest relations
- Menu knowledge
- Actives Coordinator
Personal Information
Certification
- Holistic Culinary Training 06/2025
- Serving It Right, 09/01/22, 09/30/27
- Selling It Right, 07/01/24, 07/31/26
Timeline
Diploma - Natural Nutritionist
Canadian School Of Natural Nutrition
10.2024 - 07.2025
Dining Room Hostess & Café Barista
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
08.2024 - Current
Seasonal Activities Coordinator & Saloon Manager
The Flying U Ranch
05.2024 - 07.2024
Server & Barista
Rock Salt Restaurant
08.2022 - 05.2024
Food Prep Service
Legion
05.2020 - 06.2021
Diploma -
Gulf Island Secondary School
09.2018 - 06.2021