Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Server
Mya McLaughlin

Mya McLaughlin

Charlottetown,PEI

Summary

Motivated individual with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly, and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences. Dedicated individual with professional history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Motivated Waitress with experience serving customers in busy, fine dining restaurants. Recognized for significantly increasing guest check averages by promoting appetizers, specialty items and unique wine selections. Collaborative, thoughtful team leader offering clear, comprehensive and supportive supervision. Dedicated food service professional well-versed in food and beverage operations and guest services. Experienced in managing large-scale events or intimate gourmet dining and afternoon tea services. Successful at building relationships with customers to increase loyalty and repeat business.

Work History

Waitress Supervisor

MG Fisheries
07.2020 - 08.2023
  • Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Supervised server staff and simultaneously served personal section of tables.
  • Managed food resources, memorized orders, and coordinated customer service.
  • Assigned work tasks and coordinated activities of dining room personnel to provide prompt and successful service to patrons.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to increase shelf life, improve kitchen organization, and provide easy access during busy peak service times.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Scheduled and rotated staff for adequate coverage and fair distribution of workload.
  • Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
  • Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.

Cashier

Castailia Convenience
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Completed inventory counts and ordered merchandise.
  • Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.

Kitchen Staff Member

MG Fisheries
07.2017 - 08.2020
  • Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Followed sanitary food handling procedures, focused on correct use of covers and labels and discarded ingredients by expiration date.
  • Combined ingredients according to precisely written recipes to produce top-quality food and minimized preparation time and food waste.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
  • Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
  • Inspected equipment, refrigerators and warming lamps to check compliance with safe operating levels.

Lifeguard

Grand Manan Village Council
07.2016 - 08.2016

Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.

  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Checked pool and surrounding areas for hazardous conditions.
  • Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
  • Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rip currents.
  • Inspected pool during shift and skimmed toys and trash that could clog pool pump.
  • Completed basic maintenance and repairs to keep pools functioning properly.
  • Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Major in Biology

University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Grand Manan Community School
Grand Manan, NB
06.2020

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Workflow Coordination
  • High Energy and Stamina
  • Service-Oriented
  • Warm and Friendly
  • Team Leader/Player
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Detail-Oriented

Timeline

Waitress Supervisor

MG Fisheries
07.2020 - 08.2023

Cashier

Castailia Convenience
04.2020 - 04.2021

Kitchen Staff Member

MG Fisheries
07.2017 - 08.2020

Lifeguard

Grand Manan Village Council
07.2016 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Major in Biology

University of Prince Edward Island

High School Diploma -

Grand Manan Community School
Mya McLaughlin