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Taylor Jackson

St. Catharines,ON

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience in customer service at The Shore, excelling in menu knowledge and problem-solving. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences through personalized service and strong communication skills, while maintaining high standards of safety and hospitality. Proficient in Smart Serve and first aid, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

SERVER

The Shore
Lincoln, Ontario
08.2024 - Current
  • Recorded food and drink orders, and served customers' requests with the highest quality standards.
  • Cleared and reset tables promptly, and efficiently.
  • Maintained full knowledge of the food and beverages being offered, while answering any questions about the menu and specials.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills, effectively communicating with other servers and kitchen staff to ensure timely service.
  • Demonstrated a high level of customer service and hospitality, creating a memorable dining experience for guests.

BISTRO FOOD SERVER

13th Street Winery
St. Catharines, Ontario
04.2023 - 09.2025
  • Proficiently served wine by the glass, offering personalized recommendations based on my extensive knowledge of our wine selection, enhancing the overall dining experience.
  • Demonstrated a deep understanding of our wine offerings, articulating the unique flavors and characteristics of each selection to assist customers in making informed choices.
  • Managed order-taking responsibilities at the cash register, ensuring seamless communication with the kitchen team.
  • Proactively addressed customer needs and concerns, swiftly resolving issues to provide exceptional service and maintain a positive dining atmosphere.

FLIGHT ATTENDANT

Porter Airlines
Toronto, Ontario
02.2024 - 03.2025
  • Monitored cabin environment throughout flight, checking seatbelts and ensuring passenger comfort.
  • Inspected aircraft cabin before each flight to ensure it was clean and safe for passengers.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in aircraft emergency procedures, first aid, CPR, defibrillators, oxygen administration, and other safety protocols.

SERVER

Treadwell Farm-To-Table Cuisine
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
02.2020 - 12.2023
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.

Education

High School Diploma -

SAINT FRANCIS SECONDARY SCHOOL
St. Catharines, ON
05-2021

Massage Therapy -

FANSHAWE COLLEGE
London, ON
09-2022

Occupational Therapy/ Physiotherapy Assistant -

FANSHAWE COLLEGE
London, ON
09-2023

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Menu knowledge
  • First aid
  • Smart Serve
  • Problem solving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Wine knowledge

Timeline

SERVER

The Shore
08.2024 - Current

FLIGHT ATTENDANT

Porter Airlines
02.2024 - 03.2025

BISTRO FOOD SERVER

13th Street Winery
04.2023 - 09.2025

SERVER

Treadwell Farm-To-Table Cuisine
02.2020 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

SAINT FRANCIS SECONDARY SCHOOL

Massage Therapy -

FANSHAWE COLLEGE

Occupational Therapy/ Physiotherapy Assistant -

FANSHAWE COLLEGE
Taylor Jackson