Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Waiter
The Mira Thai&Seafood Restaurant
Taupo City, Taupo
09.2023 - Current
Greeted customers, provided menus and answered questions about menu items.
Assisted guests with making food and beverage selections.
Delivered food to tables in a timely manner while ensuring correct temperatures were maintained.
Checked on guests during meals to ensure satisfaction with each course.
Cleared dishes between courses, refilled drinks as necessary and served any requested condiments or accompaniments.
Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guest needs, responding promptly and acknowledging all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
Demonstrated up-selling techniques when appropriate to increase restaurant sales.
Complied with all health department regulations regarding food handling, storage and sanitation standards.
Verified that prepared food met all standards for quality and quantity before serving it to customers.
Answered phone calls providing information about restaurant services, hours of operation, menu items .
Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies and checking equipment for proper functioning at the start of shifts.
Adhered to safety protocols established by the restaurant including proper lifting techniques when carrying trays of dishes or beverages.
Maintained cleanliness throughout the dining area during shift; wiped down tables after each seating period.
Replenished stocks of napkins, silverware and other dining room supplies as needed.
Supported other wait staff members when needed during peak times; assisted with taking orders from large groups.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.
Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Helped customers select menu items by suggesting courses, explaining specials and answering food preparation questions.
Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
Presented menus to patrons, answered questions about menu items and made recommendations.
Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
Completed opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
Suggested additional items to customers to increase restaurant sales.
Took accurate food and drink orders, using a POS ordering software system.
Restaurant Waiter
Thai delight Restaurant Taupo
Taupo City, Taupo
11.2023 - 04.2024
Greeted customers, provided menus and answered questions about menu items.
Delivered food to tables in a timely manner while ensuring correct temperatures were maintained.
Checked on guests during meals to ensure satisfaction with each course.
Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guest needs, responding promptly and acknowledging all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
Verified that prepared food met all standards for quality and quantity before serving it to customers.
Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies and checking equipment for proper functioning at the start of shifts.
Replenished stocks of napkins, silverware and other dining room supplies as needed.
Resolved customer complaints in a polite manner according to company policy.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.
Demonstrated up-selling techniques when appropriate to increase restaurant sales.
Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Increased beverage sales with food and drink pairing suggestions to suit unique customer preferences.
Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.