Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain a Customer Service Associate position with over 7 years of experience in customer service. Considered hardworking, punctual and very dependable.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
RESTAURANT MANAGER & CHEF
Illinois Bar & grill
09.2018 - Current
Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures and facility policies.
Purchased adequate quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
SERVER
White Sox Bar & Grill
05.2017 - 06.2018
Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service.
Bussed, cleared, cleaned and set tables in a quiet and efficient manner.
Bussed and reset tables and kept dining room and work areas clean.
Stocked and maintained cleanliness of stations.
Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
Provided friendly and attentive service.
Delivered quality service by providing a warm and welcoming environment.
Washed and disinfected kitchen area, floors, tables, tools, knives and equipment.
COOK - SERVER - MANAGER
Illinois Bar & Grill
04.2002 - 05.2017
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers.
WAREHOUSE WORKER
Nielsen Bainbridge LLC
08.2001 - 05.2002
Obtained, moved, and sorted products, materials, containers, and orders as well as pulling merchandise from warehouse stock bins and shelves for shipping and receiving.
Packaging merchandise for shipment, either in boxes or on pallets as well as transported packages to customer vehicles: recorded selected merchandise in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Ensured correct and complete labels are attached to all orders processed and replenished area inventory stock.
Removed completed and/or defective products or materials and placed product onto conveyor belts, or moving to specified areas, and at the loading dock.
Cleaned containers, materials, supplies, and work areas utilizing appropriate cleaning solutions and hand tools: ensuring to stay in compliance with company policy and procedures and OSHA.
Assistant Manager
Conte Di Savoia
03.1991 - 04.2001
Prepared daily food items, cooked simple foods, and prepared beverages: food consisted of sandwiches, salads, and soups.
Managed, maintained, and restocked inventory as well as ordered necessary supplies to keep the restaurant appropriately stocked.
Completed all daily tasks and special assignments with an efficient and quality-driven approach.
Cleaned and organized the store, including the checkout desk and displays.
Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts.
Chef at Tomodachi 2.0 brunch cafe & Izakaya bar, Waterfront View modern grill & wine barChef at Tomodachi 2.0 brunch cafe & Izakaya bar, Waterfront View modern grill & wine bar