Food Server

Highlights Food ingredients expert Master of sales techniques Food safety understanding Mathematical aptitude Knowledge of sanitation practices Beverage cuisine pairing In-depth food and wine knowledge SafeServ Food Handlers card Problem solver Reliable/flexible schedule Experience Food Server 1/1/2012 - Current Green Garden Grill New Cityland, CA Deliver friendly and efficient service to ensure a pleasant dining experience for all guests suggesting menu items and preparing specialty drinks according to corporate specifications Fostered repeat business and a clientele of regular bar patrons Top performer in monthly specialty beverage sales competitions Trained new servers on menu knowledge and steps of quality service Food Server 5/1/2009 - 12/1/2011 Emerson Banquet Event Hall New Cityland, CA Prepared for and served guests during banquet functions in accordance with hotel standards of food and beverage quality presentation sanitation and warm hospitality Learned the menu for each function served and explained the major ingredients and preparation methods for each item to be served Completed side work such as refilling condiments shaking and sorting linen hanging drapes cleaning/storing serving equipment and props Led banquet team in setting up and breaking down buffet and other special food services stations following standard policies and procedures The Rondette 9/1/2007 - 4/1/2009 Food Server New Cityland, CA Accurately totaled processed and collected payments from guests using the point-of-sale system handling money processing credit and debit cards making change and processing gift certificates cards and vouchers Assisted guests with making menu choices in an informative and helpful fashion Maintained knowledge of current menu items garnishes ingredients and preparation methods Appropriately suggested additional items to customers to increase restaurant sales Promptly served all food courses and alcoholic beverages to guests Education High School Diploma 9999