Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
Timeline

Yashika Kawatra

Artemis Whiskey Bar
Victoria,BC
2
years of professional experience

Dynamic and detail-oriented, with a proven track record at Cora Breakfast and Lunch, Biryani Palace, and Artemis Whiskey Bar, excelling in customer service and multitasking. Enhanced guest experiences through effective upselling techniques and exceptional communication, fostering a collaborative team environment. Recognized for improving service quality and building rapport, ensuring repeat business and positive reviews.

Work History

Host

1 Year 11 Months
Cora Breakfast And Lunch | 12.2024 - Current
  • Enhance customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
  • Support servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Implement table rotation system for optimal server workload distribution, resulting in improved service quality.
  • Back up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.
  • Open and close seating sections according to volume of guests.
  • Seat patrons based on guest preferences and seating availability.
  • Rearrange tables and chairs for large parties and retrieved high chairs for children.
  • Provide patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.

Server

2 Years 1 Month
Artemis Whiskey Bar | 10.2024 - Current
  • Demonstrate strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Provide exceptional customer service, upselling premium spirits and menu items.
  • Indulge guests in some interesting conversations by narrating a gazillion whiskey stories, offering an ideal entertainment for them with a glass of whiskey in their hands.
  • Serve food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Work with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborate with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Server

1 Year 6 Months
Biryani Palace | 05.2023 - 11.2024
  • Delivered exceptional dining experiences in a busy Indian restaurant, managing multiple tables with efficiency and professionalism.
  • Provided detailed knowledge of authentic Indian cuisine to assist guests with informed menu choices.
  • Handled special dietary requests and communicated effectively with kitchen staff to ensure accuracy.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to uphold high hygiene standards.
  • Built rapport with guests to encourage repeat business and positive word-of-mouth.
  • Assisted in training new staff and contributed to a collaborative, team-oriented work environment.

Education

Post Degree Diploma - Accounting

Camosun College | Victoria, BC | 05.2025

Skills

Customer service
Team collaboration
Multitasking proficiency
Effective time management
Up-selling techniques
Exceptional communication
Detail-oriented

Languages

English
Full Professional

Accomplishments

  • Successfully completed a co-op term during the peak of tax season, contributing to a high volume of personal and corporate tax returns
  • Communicated effectively with clients to gather their documents and clarify financial details, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.

Timeline

Host

Cora Breakfast And Lunch
12.2024 - CurrentRead More

Server

Artemis Whiskey Bar
10.2024 - CurrentRead More

Server

Biryani Palace
05.2023 - 11.2024Read More

Camosun College

Post Degree Diploma from Accounting
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Yashika Kawatra