Detail-oriented front-of-house employee known for exceptional teamwork and effective communication. Skilled in managing high-pressure environments while ensuring customer satisfaction through attentive service and product expertise.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Employee
New Plymouth Club
New Plymouth, New Plymouth
10.2024 - Current
Welcomed guests and ensured a positive first impression upon arrival.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service delivery.
Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues with professionalism.
Processed payments accurately and maintained cash register operations.
Answered phone calls, took reservations, and answered inquiries.
Explained menu items, took orders and delivered food courses according to instruction.
Managed large groups in a timely manner while ensuring satisfaction of all guests.
Memorized menu and offered discerning recommendations, remained steps ahead of patrons' needs and desires and accurately gauged level of interest in conversation and small talk.
Cross-trained in other areas such as bussing tables or bartending if needed.
Assisted with seating arrangements to ensure comfortability for guests.
Bartender
8Ball Pool & Darts
New Plymouth
05.2024 - 09.2024
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Grocery Assistant
PAK'nSAVE
New Plymouth, TKI
03.2022 - 05.2024
Addressed customer concerns professionally, working towards satisfactory resolutions that fostered loyalty among shoppers.
Politely greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
Recommended products to customers to drive sales.
Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval for customers.
Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Assisted team members with additional tasks as required, fostering a cooperative work environment.
Grocery Assistant
Countdown
Vogeltown
03.2018 - 02.2022
Addressed customer concerns professionally, working towards satisfactory resolutions that fostered loyalty among shoppers.
Politely greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
Recommended products to customers to drive sales.
Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval for customers.
Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Assisted team members with additional tasks as required, fostering a cooperative work environment.