LeAnn Plank

Email: abqiat@r.postjobfree.com

Address:

City: Chester Springs

State: PA

Zip: 19425

Country: USA

Phone: 484-***-****

Skill Level: Any

Salary Range:

Primary Skills/Experience:

Dynamic and accomplished food service professional with 20 years food and beverage experience in casual and fine dining. Currently earning a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration majoring in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Employment includes bartender, hostess, server and cook at times in the same establishment. Experienced in many computer programs including several POS systems. Excellent selling skills and an expert communicator. Seeking a food service management role.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from Green Run High School, Virginia Beach VA 1/2001 to 6/1984 (Hospitality and Tourism Management)

High School Dipolma from Strayer University, Virginia Beach VA 1/2001 to 1/2013

Job History / Details:

Summary

Dynamic and accomplished food service professional with 20 years food and beverage experience in casual and fine dining. Currently earning a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration majoring in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Employment includes bartender, hostess, server and cook at times in the same establishment. Experienced in many computer programs including several POS systems. Excellent selling skills and an expert communicator. Seeking a food service management role.

Highlights

Customer-oriented

Strong leader

Full service restaurant background

Adaptable

Hiring and training

Supervisory skills

Honed marketing skills

Accomplishments

Food Preparation

Answered telephone calls and responded to inquiries.Assigned patrons to tables suitable for their needs and according to rotationAssisted diners with obtaining food from buffet/serving table as needed.Assisted in maintaining preparation and service areas in a sanitary condition.Baked, roasted, broiled, and steamed meats, fish, vegetables and other foods.Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.Cleaned and inspected galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas.Cleaned and organized eating, service and kitchen areas.Cleaned and sterilized equipment and facilities.Cleaned garbage cans with water or steam.Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.Greeted each customer with friendly eye contact.Filled beverage and ice dispensers.Helped with preparation, set-up, and service for catering events.Inspected and cleaned food preparation areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.Inspected restrooms for cleanliness and availability of supplies and cleaned restrooms when necessary.Kept dining room and kitchen area clean by performing cleaning and laundry duties.Performed all transactions in a cordial, efficient and professional manner.Prepared checks itemizing total meal costs and sales taxes.

Experience

July 2012 to Current

SPRING HOLLOW GOLF CLUB Spring City, PA

Bartender/ Server

Filled beverage and ice dispensers as needed.

Greeted customers upon their arrival in the restaurant and took and processed orders using POS system.

Handled payments and thanked each guest and member for their business.

Greeted each member and guest with a positive and professional approach.

Informed patrons of specials and offered features.

Inspected dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper set-up.

Kept stations clean and ready for service.

Mixed ingredients according to recipes and served food according to establishment standards.

April 2012 to July 2012

HAPPY DAYS DINER Thorndale, PA

Server

Observed diner to anticipate any additional needs and respond to requests as required.

Packaged take-out orders and served food to.

customers upon arrival.

Performed all transactions in a cordial, efficient and professional manner.

In addition to my primary job functions.

as needed cleaning and stocking duties are essential in this role.

Placed clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in storage areas to.

prepare for new customers.

Placed food servings on plates and trays according to orders or instructions.

April 2011 to April 2012

OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT Downingtown, PA

Bartender/Server

Worked as a bartender as well as a server as needed.

Answered telephone calls and responded to inquiries.

Accepted payment from customers and processed change as necessary.

Assisted co-workers during crunch situations.

Assisted in maintaining preparation and service areas in a clean sanitary condition.

Attempted to limit issues and liability related to alcohol consumption.

Cleaned and organized eating and kitchen areas.

Cleaned and maintained the beverage areas, display areas, equipment and POS areas.

Prepared fruits and garnishes for drinks which required them.

Communicated with guests about their dining experience, comments and complaints.

Education

1984 Green Run High School Virginia Beach, VA

High School Diploma

2013 Strayer University King of Prussia, PA

BBA Hospitality and Tourism Management

National Society of Collegiate Scholars

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