Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
References
Timeline
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Paige Finnie

Saskatoon,SK

Summary

Enthusiastic and reliable young woman takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments. Free time consists of working towards my degree, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server

Hooters
09.2022 - Current
  • Set a positive tone for the entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing, and shift change duties to keep the restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep the restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Developed stamina, serving for 6-9 hours each shift.
  • Memorized an extensive menu with many modification options.
  • Skilled at serving large parties individually of up to 20 people.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.

Server

Moxies Bar & Grill
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with customers.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Handled high-volume dining, with sections of 6-10 tables.

Barista/Server

The Orange Toad
09.2019 - 08.2021
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote a fun, positive environment.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
  • Maintained the highest standards of conduct and service to support company standards.

Education

Bachelors of Education - Education

University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
12.2025

High School Diploma -

Hapnot Collegiate
Flin Flon, MB
06.2020

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Friendly and Outgoing Attitude
  • Communication
  • Menu Memorization
  • Multitasking
  • High-Volume Dining
  • Point of Sale (POS) System Operations
  • Liquor, Wine, and Food Service
  • Customer Service
  • Adaptability
  • Conflict Mediation
  • Time Management
  • Dependable and Responsible

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

Oct 2021 – Oct 2026 Serve It Right, Saskatchewan Tourism Education Council

References

  • Meghan Lukowich from The Orange Toad (Owner)

theorangetoad04@gmail.com – 204 271 1802


  • Michelle Betnar from Kiddie Korner Daycare (Coordinator)

michellebetnar@gmail.com – 204 271 3953


  • Jackie Hucaluk from The Orange Toad (Manager)

jackiehucuck@hotmail.com – 204 271 4218

Timeline

Server

Moxies Bar & Grill
04.2023 - 09.2023

Server

Hooters
09.2022 - Current

Barista/Server

The Orange Toad
09.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelors of Education - Education

University of Saskatchewan

High School Diploma -

Hapnot Collegiate
Paige Finnie