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SEEKING EMPLOYMENT- SERVER (SANTA BARBRA, CA)
Experienced server/bartender looking for work in the hospitality industry. Resume below.
John Williams
**** **lle Real
Santa Barbara, California 93111
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RESTAURANT/ HOSPITALITY PROFESSIONAL
Fine Dining / Banquets / Bartending / Dining Room Supervision
Confident, well-spoken professional with sophisticated knowledge in fine dining high volume
operations and strong attention to detail, who has consistently been a top winner
of numerous food and wine sales contests.
Building a Clientele Food & Wine Pairings Formal Serving Standards Dining Room Lead
SUMMARY
Career background includes a strong blend of experience in upscale, high volume fine dining rooms
requiring exacting standards of service and etiquette. Friendly, sincere and personable nature. Ability to
quickly establish rapport with guests from all backgrounds. Accustomed to working long hours under
pressure. Committed to a team work ethic to ensure the highest levels of guest comfort and satisfaction.
Additional Core Strengths:
New Employee Training and Supervision Strong Descriptive Knowledge of Fine Wines
Managing Difficult Guests and Resolving Issues Large Banquets/Catered Events: On-site and Off-site
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SAIGON IN-OUT RESTAURANT, Santa Barbara, CA
Lead Food Server / Dining Room Supervisor, 2011
Specializing in Vietnamese Cuisine
Entrusted with full responsibility for nightly dining room operations, including set-up, re-stocking,
cleanliness, table service, cashiering, and closing procedures. Recruited to work at three locations.
THE HARBOR RESTAURANT, Santa Barbara, CA
Lead Food Server / Top Sales, 2006-2009
Fine California Cuisine, Fresh Seafood and Steaks
Landmark restaurant that has garnished numerous local awards and outstanding reviews featuring an
extensive wine list and beautiful ocean view atmosphere. Provided formal table-side service and became a
lead trainer for new hires. Experienced with large wedding parties and corporate banquets for 250+ guests.
Consistently a winner of several Food/Wine/Dessert contests. Developed a loyal local client base.
BASCOM'S CHOP HOUSE, Clearwater, FL
Food Server / Top Sales / Trainer, 1999-2005
Fine Gourmet Cuisine, Fresh Seafood and Steaks
Selected as a food server after completing a competitive interview process. Received formal training in
table-side server techniques, fine wines and food/wine pairings. Winner of several sales incentive contests.
Involved in on-site and off-site banquets serving over 400 guests.
THE OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE, Huntsville, AL
Food Server / Bartender, 1995-1999
International Steak House
High volume fine dining waiter with cross-over bartending responsibilities.
John Williams
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THE HUNTSVILLE HILTON & TOWERS, Huntsville, AL
Food Server / Room Service, 1988-1995
Four-Star Resort Hotel with Fine Dining Establishment
Cross-trained as a food server for room service, fine dining room and banquets. Acquired full knowledge of
all hotel services and amenities. Additional positions included bellman and front desk clerk.
EDUCATION
Associate Degree, Business Administration
Sales/Marketing Emphasis
SOUTHERN JUNIOR COLLEGE
Huntsville, Alabama
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Active in Professional Training:
Work Place Safety / Food Handling Techniques
Food/Wine Pairing and Fine Wines
Well-rounded knowledge of various regional and ethnic cuisine
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND
Excellent employment record (punctual and rarely absent)
Experience in high volume upper scale establishments
Extensive travel in the U.S.
KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
High-integrity, positive, flexible and service-driven
Excellent Professional and Personal References
Location: SANTA BARBRA, CA
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