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Zara Bardi

Mississauga,ON

Summary

Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Hostess

Milestones
Oakville, Ontario
01.2025 - Current
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Assisted in the onboarding of new hires, providing guidance on job duties and expectations.
  • Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.

Sales Associate

180 Smoke
Etobicoke, Ontario
01.2025 - Current
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
  • Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Adapted sales strategies based on customer interactions and feedback to improve results.

Seasonal Sales Associate

People’s Jewelers
Hamilton, Ontario
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
  • Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
  • Ticketed, arranged and displayed merchandise to promote sales.
  • Developed relationships with new and existing clients through contact management systems.
  • Provided customers with information on products and services available.

Restaurant Hostess

Turtle Jacks
Burlington, Ontario
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
  • Monitored dining room activity to ensure all guests were receiving optimal service.
  • Provided assistance to servers as needed including refilling beverages and clearing plates from tables.
  • Delivered outstanding service and support from initial interaction to final departure, maintaining loyal clientele.
  • Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
  • Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
  • Tracked seated guests and available seating using computer-based and mobile reservation software.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.

Crew Member

McDonald’s
Hamilton, Ontario
06.2022 - 07.2024
  • Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
  • Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
  • Talked pleasantly with customers while taking orders and promoted positive image for business.
  • Processed payments on cash register and counted back bills and change to customers.
  • Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
  • Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
  • Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
  • Interacted pleasantly with guests to deliver quality customer service.

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Workflow optimization
  • POS system operations
  • High-volume dining
  • Inventory Stocking
  • Time management skills
  • Microsoft Office

Languages

French
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Restaurant Hostess

Milestones
01.2025 - Current

Sales Associate

180 Smoke
01.2025 - Current

Seasonal Sales Associate

People’s Jewelers
09.2024 - 12.2024

Restaurant Hostess

Turtle Jacks
08.2024 - 12.2024

Crew Member

McDonald’s
06.2022 - 07.2024

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