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Kate Maxwell

Canterbury,Culverden

Summary

Dependable Cafe Worker experienced in accurately managing sales transactions, restocking items and quickly responding to customer needs. Highly organized and proactive team player offers [Number]-year background taking food or drinks to tables, refilling glasses, and cleaning tables. Welcoming and kind individual with in-depth knowledge of cafe equipment operations.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Cafe Worker

Powerhouse Cafe
Canterbury, Hanmer Springs
03.2023 - Current
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding order accuracy and delivery times.
  • Assisted cook with prep work by cutting vegetables and preparing side dishes and salads.
  • Cleaned tables in the dining area before and after customer seating.
  • Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean working environment by sweeping floors, removing trash from bins, washing dishes.

Waitress

Saints Cafe, Restaurant and Bar
Canterbury, Hanmer Springs
12.2022 - 03.2023
  • Presented food and beverages to guests at tables.
  • Served alcoholic beverages responsibly in accordance with state laws.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
  • Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
  • Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift by wiping counters and cleaning spills promptly.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Assisted with setting up the dining area before shift began.
  • Cleared away dirty dishes from tables after each course was finished.
  • Brought food and beverages to tables in a timely manner.
  • Assisted in seating guests at tables or booths.
  • Cleaned dining room chairs, tables, floors and other surfaces regularly.
  • Helped customers select menu items by suggesting courses, explaining specials and answering food preparation questions.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts for customers.
  • Checked identification to verify minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
  • Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.

Education

Amuri Area School
Culverden, NZ

Skills

  • Menu Memorization
  • Bagging Expertise
  • Attention to Detail
  • Food Service Standards
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Surface Cleaning
  • Time Management

Timeline

Cafe Worker

Powerhouse Cafe
03.2023 - Current

Waitress

Saints Cafe, Restaurant and Bar
12.2022 - 03.2023

Amuri Area School
Kate Maxwell