Yvette Varga
Supervisor
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Motivated Service Worker with exceptional social skills, communication abilities and customer service background. Dedicated to following health and safety guidelines and handling food items properly. Pursues every opportunity to support team members and proactively address issues. Dependable Food Service Worker with solid background in foodservice and related positions. Works effectively within teams on timely, high-quality food preparation to drive patron satisfaction. Organized professional with experience in high volume restaurants. Fulfills customer orders while maintaining clean and safe environment. Delivers quality food and offers great organizational skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Food Service Worker / Head Server
Sodexo
11.2022 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
- Streamlined food preparation processes for increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Contributed to menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Delivered exceptional service by promptly addressing customer concerns and special requests.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Participated in regular trainings to stay current on industry best practices and trends.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Achieved consistent compliance with health department regulations through diligent adherence to policies and procedures.
- Offered suggestions for menu improvements based on customer feedback, leading to enhanced overall dining experience.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Food Service Worker
Sienna Senior Living
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
- Streamlined food preparation processes for increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Distributed food to waiters and waitresses to serve to customers.
- Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
- Prepared tables by laying out napkins and utensils, refilling condiments and performing other preliminary tasks.
- Portioned and wrapped food to place directly on plates for service to patrons.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted in inventory management, ordering supplies, and minimizing food spoilage.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
- Delivered exceptional service by promptly addressing customer concerns and special requests.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly adapting to various roles within the food service environment as needed.
- Contributed to cost control measures by monitoring portion sizes and reducing waste.
Private Caregiver
Private client
11.2009 - 04.2020
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans to address individual needs and goals.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patient, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as prescribed by therapists.
- Improved patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Promoted client independence through encouragement and assistance in self-care tasks when appropriate.
- Drove patients to appointments and errands, ensuring their transportation needs were met safely and punctually.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Restaurant / Banquet Hall Supervisor
Blue Danube Restaurant
10.2000 - 11.2009
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently setting up and breaking down banquet rooms according to event specifications.
- Streamlined setup processes for improved team productivity and timely room readiness.
- Collaborated with event coordinators to ensure smooth execution of events and guest satisfaction.
- Reduced setup errors by implementing a thorough quality control process before each event.
- Maintained clean and organized storage areas, ensuring easy access to necessary equipment and materials.
- Increased overall efficiency by training new team members in proper procedures and best practices for banquet setups.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring adequate supplies were available for all scheduled events.
- Contributed to successful events by promptly addressing any issues or concerns brought forth by clients or staff members.
- Safeguarded the safety of guests and staff by adhering to company policies and industry regulations during event setups.
- Set and oversaw weekly and special event menu plans.
- Planned and executed promotions and special events in close collaboration with management.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Supervised and mentored kitchen and serving staff.
- Directed and managed banquet functions for 200-person event.
- Oversaw timeliness and quality of food delivery at high-volume events.
Education
Bartender - Hospitality
Bartending School of Ontario
Healthcare
Peak Collage
12.2020
Skills
- Dietary Restrictions
- Ingredient Preparation
- Quality Control
- Attentive Service
- Plating and Presentation
- Cooking Procedures
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Rotation Procedures
- Menu Item Familiarity
- Plates Presentation
- Food Handlers Permit
- Temperature Requirements
- Dishwasher Operation
- Servsafe Certification
- Food and Safety Standards
- Fast-Paced Environment
Certification
- Certified in Smart Serve
- Advanced First Aid and CPR
- Certified in Advanced Food Handling
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leaveCareer advancementWork-life balancePaid time offStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programs401k match4-day work weekLanguages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hungarian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Food Service Worker / Head Server
Sodexo
11.2022 - Current
Food Service Worker
Sienna Senior Living
04.2020 - 11.2022
Private Caregiver
Private client
11.2009 - 04.2020
Restaurant / Banquet Hall Supervisor
Blue Danube Restaurant
10.2000 - 11.2009
Bartender - Hospitality
Bartending School of Ontario
Healthcare
Peak Collage
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