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Gage Best

MIDLOTHIAN

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong work ethic and proven success at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen. Skilled in food safety and relationship building, I excelled in enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining service operations. Recognized for effectively resolving issues and maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment.

Dedicated Food Runner successful at working with different types of personalities and experienced in working in high-end restaurants. Knowledgeable in [Area of expertise]. Offers successful career history comprising more than [Number] years.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Runner

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
03.2024 - 12.2025
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Arranged tables and chairs for special occasions and events.
  • Monitored dining room and bar areas for signs of overcrowding.
  • Addressed customer complaints and inquiries to verify satisfaction.
  • Monitored food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed.
  • Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
  • Assisted customers with carry-out service.
  • Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
  • Checked dining area supplies of linens, wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock.

Sales Representative Team Leader

Csl
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
  • Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
  • Promoted conversion of casual shoppers into customers through product knowledge and product solutions to meet customer needs.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.

Restaurant Manager

D Diamond Travel Plaza
05.2022 - 07.2023
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.

Clerk/Retail Cashier

Smiths Food And Drug
10.2020 - 11.2022
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fair Grove Highschool
Fair Grove, MO
05-2023

Skills

  • Table resetting
  • Foodservice
  • Service station maintenance
  • Dining room assistance
  • Food safety
  • Relationship building
  • Time management
  • Flexible schedule
  • Closing duties
  • Issue resolution
  • POS systems
  • Issue escalation
  • Strong work ethic

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Food Runner

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
03.2024 - 12.2025

Sales Representative Team Leader

Csl
09.2023 - 03.2024

Restaurant Manager

D Diamond Travel Plaza
05.2022 - 07.2023

Clerk/Retail Cashier

Smiths Food And Drug
10.2020 - 11.2022

High School Diploma -

Fair Grove Highschool
Gage Best