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Sofia Belova

Ottawa,ON

Summary

I am a hardworking and experienced graduated student. With experience, I am customer-focused candidate eager to put excellent communication and interpersonal skills into practice. I handle reservations, seating arrangements and payments. Trainable and committed to creating warm and inviting atmosphere.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess/Server, Zaks Diner

Zaks Diner
06.2021 - Current
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders
  • Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers
  • Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers
  • Cleared table and bussed dishes to allow for quick setups
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts for customers
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts
  • Implemented sanitary food handling, holding and service protocols
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection
  • Completed opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth restaurant operations
  • Set up tables and counters to prepare dining and serving areas.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.

Funhaven Employee

Funhaven
10.2022 - 07.2023

Work In Office


  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for parties and group events.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Worked in Office, took calls, answered emails and took bookings with a high degree of professionalism.


Work On Floor


  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Resolved guest issues by identifying source of complaint and formulating corrective action with supervisor.
  • Cleaned rides and attractions to reduce spread of germs and bacteria.
  • Performed troubleshooting and routine maintenance to keep equipment in optimal working condition.
  • Operated rides and attractions according to written guidelines to reduce injuries.
  • Followed posted height and age restrictions and denied access to attraction for guests under minimum requirements.
  • Engaged safety devices and monitored attraction during operation to reduce safety risks.
  • Assisted guests with transactions for rides and attractions to facilitate fun and exciting experiences.
  • Latched safety gate after guests entered and exited to avoid unauthorized access to attraction area.

Festival Volunteer

Joseph Carbonetto
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Set up and took down chairs and tables
  • Served guests with enthusiastic, helpful demeanor to promote positive, memorable experiences
  • Resolved guest concerns or complaints and kept supervisors informed of escalating situations
  • Supported customer needs by providing information and answering questions concerning facility, promotions, events and organizational rules and policies
  • Delivered high level of customer service through prompt issue resolution and dynamic attention to detail
  • Collaborated with peers to deliver consistent service and promote customer retention
  • Art commission

Festival Assistant

Indpendant Ukranian Organization
11.2019 - 11.2019
  • Attended and participated in industry events
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
  • Worked with various customers, serving tables as well as working front/back of house.

Janitor/Cleaner

Churchill Church
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Janitorial service provided in cleaning and setting up the church activities
  • Cleaning, mopping, and sweeping large expanses of area
  • Working with both adults and children- providing activities and assistance
  • Working efficiently in a team - well coordinated and organized team skills

Kristy Charko Sorel
11.2020 - 01.2021
  • Worked efficiently and successfully on art designs based on top of 6 boulders
  • Graphic design- realistic art style and precise line work.

Babysitting Course
12.2019 - Current
  • Received a babysitter’s certificate,
  • Verification of safe handling of children and children activities

Education

High school Diploma -

Nepean High School
06.2023

Skills

  • Guest Inquiries
  • Dining Reservations
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Front of House Management
  • Monetary Transactions
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Bank Deposit Preparation

Language

  • English - Fluent
  • French - Intermediate
  • Russian - Fluent

Timeline

Funhaven Employee

Funhaven
10.2022 - 07.2023

Festival Volunteer

Joseph Carbonetto
09.2021 - 01.2022

Hostess/Server, Zaks Diner

Zaks Diner
06.2021 - Current

Kristy Charko Sorel
11.2020 - 01.2021

Babysitting Course
12.2019 - Current

Festival Assistant

Indpendant Ukranian Organization
11.2019 - 11.2019

Janitor/Cleaner

Churchill Church
10.2018 - 07.2019

High school Diploma -

Nepean High School
Sofia Belova