Tonya Foster

**** ******* **. ***. *; St. Louis, MO 63106

314-***-****; acuuo2@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE:

I am interested in a position with a growing company that values hard work, dependability, honesty, enthusiasm, loyalty and a professional demeanor.

SKILLS SUMMARY:

Strong interpersonal skills

Dependable

Energetic

10+ years of fine-dining experience

EXPERIENCE:

Louise’s Catering Company 1852 Jennings Station Rd.; St. Louis, MO 63136; 314-***-****

Personal Assistant/Banquet Captain September 2008-Present

Serve at several different high volume venues including convention centers, receptions, sporting events, etc. with parties exceeding 1000 patrons

Prepare the venue according to client’s preference

Provide a fine-dining experience for the guests, paying special attention to V.I.P. guests

Provide wine service and/or serve as a bartender for cash or open bar

Resolve any complaints or conflicts

Provide swift, courteous, accurate service for 40-50 at once

Manage a group of up to 20 servers

Red Lobster 2381 Maplewood Commons Dr.; Maplewood, MO 63143; 314-***-****

Server/Bartender September 2012-September 2013

Maintained friendly, accurate service at a fast paced, high volume restaurant

Maintained a fresh, clean and professional attire and personal hygiene

Prepared the restaurant for the beginning and/or end of service

Completed all side duties pertaining to my 4-5 table section of the restaurant

Bartended and obeyed all laws regarding alcohol service

Suggested the purchase of wine, desserts, and appetizers to create larger sales

Performed tasks on the POS system such as ordering food and making cash and credit transactions

Maintained thorough knowledge of the menu and promoted the featured “fish of the day” and other yearly specials including shrimp, crab, and lobster fest

Performed any and all tasks requested by supervisors such as food running, garnishing entrees etc.

Helped whenever I was needed by fellow coworkers such as running their food or checking on their guests. Great teamwork is VITAL at peak hours

All Team Staffing Inc. (Employment Agency) 1248 Hanley Industrial Ct.; St. Louis, MO 63144; 314-***-****

Banquet Server/ Bartender September 2010-August 2012

Serve at several different high volume venues including convention centers, receptions, sporting events, etc. with parties exceeding 1000 patrons

Prepare the venue according to client’s preference

Provide a fine-dining experience for the guests, paying special attention to V.I.P. guests

Provide wine service and/or serve as bartender for cash or open bar

Resolve any complaints or conflicts

Provide swift, courteous, accurate service for 40-50 at once.

Manage a group of up to 20 servers

Keystone Staffing Resources (Employment Agency) 1 Mid Rivers Mall Dr.; St. Peters, MO 63376; 314-***-****

Banquet Server/ Bartender August 2008-Setember 2010

Rotate to various sites throughout Missouri and Illinois including hotels, convention centers, country clubs, churches, etc.

Organize and reorganize large venues with thousands of guests

Provide a fun fine-dining experience for guests to ensure their return

Perform as a bartender providing beer, wine, and cocktails

Maintain a general knowledge of wines and cocktails

Maintain an accurate count for all monies including tips for a cash bar

Houlihan’s Restaurant 147 Union Station; St. Louis, MO 63103; 314-***-****

Server June 2007- September 2008

Served 4-8 tables at once

Cleaned and completed side duties throughout the shift

Closed the restaurant at the end of the day, duties included prepping, stocking and cleaning the back of the house

Maintained knowledge of the menu, suggested specials and answered questions about specific items

Handled cash and credit card transactions

Performed tasks on the POS system such as ordering food and making cash and credit card transactions

The Old Spaghetti Factory 727 North 1st. St.; St. Louis, MO 63102; 314-***-****

Server October 2006- May 2007

Maintained friendly, accurate service at a fast paced, high volume restaurant

Prepared the restaurant for the beginning and/or end of service

Complete all side duties pertaining to my section of tables

Suggested the purchase of wine, desserts, and appetizers to create larger sales for the restaurant

Performed as a banquet server for larger parties of more than 20 guests

Morgan Street Brewery 721 North 2nd St.; St. Louis, MO 63102; 314-***-****

Server September 2005- October 2006

Organized the restaurant for the start of service

Performed as a banquet server for large parties exceeding 100 guests

Supervised co-workers throughout lunch or dinner shifts

Demonstrated knowledge of the house brews and suggested the flavor of the month to guests

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