SAMUEL AMANKWAH
Toronto,ON
Summary
Motivated restaurant server with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level restaurant server position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Restaurant Server
O's Garden
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Optimized seating arrangements for large groups or special events to maximize space utilization while maintaining guest satisfaction.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Established rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty through exceptional service.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Contributed to team success by assisting fellow servers during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kumasi Senior High Technical School
Kumasi, Ghana09.2019
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Ordering Procedures
- Special Requests and Substitutions
- Cleanliness
- Cool Under Pressure
- High Energy and Stamina
- Decision-Making
- Cash Handling
- Food Delivery
- Menu Recommendations
- Conflict and Complaint Resolution
- Ability to Lift 30 Pounds
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
MUSIC
SPORTS
Timeline
Restaurant Server
O's Garden
03.2022 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Kumasi Senior High Technical School
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