Dear Sir or Madam,
I am forwarding my resume for your consideration, I have over 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry and feel that with my extensive knowledge base I would be an asset to your dining room.
My diverse skill set, and the ability to ensure uncompromising, attention to detail professional service to each guest promoting guest satisfaction, I feel I can bring to the table added value for your company’s growth. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration, I look forward to speaking with you further.
Respectfully,
Michael Lesser
Michael C. Lesser
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PROFILE
A dynamic, result-oriented Waiter/Restaurant Assistant Manager offering focused leadership to drive sales and profitability in highly competitive markets. Over 30 years of providing a pleasurable dining experience with natural poise and friendly demeanor.
EXPIERENCE
Trattoria di Vittorio – San Francisco, Ca.
Waiter
• Interacted directly with guests, providing superior guest service in a fast pace environment
• Promoted guest satisfaction for steady repeat business
• Forged well-built relationships with the staff members, guests and team organizers
Osteria Restaurant - Palo Alto, Ca.
Waiter/Restaurant Assistant Manager
• Directed general restaurant operations, monitoring food quality and staffing requirement to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Promoted guest satisfaction for steady repeat business
• Effectively train and coach employees to show courtesy and handling of complaint
Town Restaurant - San Carlos, Ca.
Waiter
• Interacted directly with guests providing superior guest service
• Member of the private party catering team
• Forged well-built relationships with the staff members, guests and team organizers
• Ability to handle multi task situations under pressure
Chantilly Restaurant - Atherton, Ca.
Waiter
• Maintained high profiled dining room catering to elite and loyal cliental
• Developed knowledge base of vintage and high end wines utilizing a list of over 300 selections
Iron Gate Restaurant - Belmont, Ca.
Waiter
• Interacted directly with guests, providing superior guest service
• Developed knowledge and experience in the art of flambé tableside service
L’escargot Restaurant - Burlingame, Ca.
Waiter
• Educated in the fine art of French cuisine, in addition uncompromising attention to detail service
Mustards Grill - Yountville, Ca.
Waiter
• Educated in a great variety of wines from local wineries
• Developed extensive knowledge of food preparation and their parings
• Anticipating, uncompromising attention to detail service
EDUCATION
College of San Mateo, San Mateo, Ca.
Sterling Vineyards School of Service & Hospitality