Gani Rushiti
Belvidere
Summary
Experienced and adaptable professional in the restaurant industry. Known for strong customer service and cleaning expertise, contributing to a positive dining atmosphere. Ready to leverage skills to enhance guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Server
Jessica's Family Restaurant
Roscoe, IL
02.2026 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience for all guests.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, processing payments efficiently at the register.
- Adapted to fast-paced environment, managing multiple tables with ease during peak hours.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Restaurant Server
Lino's Pizza & Restaurant
Rockford, IL
11.2023 - 10.2025
- Contributed to team success by assisting fellow servers during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations.
- Increased table turnover rate by efficiently managing orders and ensuring timely delivery of meals.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
Restaurant Server
Stone Eagle Tavern
Rockford, IL
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment for guest comfort and enjoyment.
- Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
Restaurant Server
Uncle John's Family Restaurant
Belvidere, IL
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Assisted in training new servers on menu items and service standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate preparation and prompt delivery of special dietary requests.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Established rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty through exceptional service.
Restaurant Busser
Uncle John's Family Restaurant
Belvidere, IL
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas to enhance guest experience.
- Assisted servers in delivering food and beverages promptly to improve service efficiency.
- Supported front-of-house operations by setting and clearing tables efficiently throughout shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Belvidere High School
Belvidere, ILAssociate of Science -
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL05-2028
Skills
- Customer satisfaction
- Salesmanship
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Cash handling
- POS system operation
- High volume dining
- Alcohol service
- Hospitality service expertise
- Table bussing
- Guest seating
- Supply restocking
Certification
BASSET Certification
Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Restaurant Server
Jessica's Family Restaurant
02.2026 - Current
Restaurant Server
Lino's Pizza & Restaurant
11.2023 - 10.2025
Restaurant Server
Stone Eagle Tavern
02.2023 - 06.2024
Restaurant Server
Uncle John's Family Restaurant
08.2019 - 05.2023
Restaurant Busser
Uncle John's Family Restaurant
10.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Belvidere High School
Associate of Science -
Rock Valley College