Negin Kazemlou
Victoria,British Columbia
Summary
Attentive Waitress with superior knowledge of ethnic dining and dedication to fantastic dining experiences. Trained in table-side serving with understanding of food and beverage pairings and great salesmanship. Known for maintaining speed and accuracy in high-traffic times.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress
Senso Restaurant
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Provided recommendations on menu items and upsold food and drinks to increase sales.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
English Teaching Assistant
Iran Langauge Institute
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Engineering
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC09.2026
High School Diploma -
Andisheva Kherad
Tehran, Iran 05.2022
Skills
- White Glove Service
- Check Payment Processing
- Dish Preparation
- To-Go Order Preparation
- Glassware Polishing
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Cash Handling
Dishwasher
I am excited about the opportunity to join the Lot 1 Pasta Bar team as a dishwasher and contribute to maintaining a clean and organized dish area. I am confident that my skills and experience make me a suitable candidate for this position. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing my qualifications further.
Timeline
Waitress
Senso Restaurant
05.2022 - 08.2022
English Teaching Assistant
Iran Langauge Institute
06.2020 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Engineering - Engineering
University of Victoria
High School Diploma -
Andisheva Kherad
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