Denise A. Simone
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Restaurant Server with over 15 years of experience. Areas of expertise include Japanese, Italian and Steakhouse Cuisine with fine dining experience and wine knowledge. Proven ability to create a stellar dining experience, read tables and anticipate customer needs. Friendly, punctual, team player with an enthusiasm for food and wine Employment Experience
Cafe Red 2018-2020
Kings Park, New York
George Martin Strip Steak 2011 - 2018
Great River, NY
Pentimento Restaurant, 2008-2011
Stonybrook, New York
P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, 2001-2003
Las Vegas, Nevada
Kotobuki Japanese Restaurant, 1998-2001 (Zagat – Selected Top 5 Long Island Most Popular Restaurant) Hauppauge, New York
Shiki Japanese Restaurant, 1996-1998
Smithtown, New York
Restaurant Server Skills
• Possesses a passion for hospitality which helps to create the optimal dining experience
• Interacts with the customers in a manner which promotes the highest level of customer service
• Responsible for receiving and delivering food orders in a timely manner
• Ensures accurate cash handling and balancing of cash outs
• Responsible for bussing and resetting tables and ensuring dining area is clean and tidy
• Displays knowledge of food menu, wine & liquor menu, ingredients in specialty drinks, and liquor laws
• Ability to create an impeccable dining experience while creating a warm, comfortable and inviting setting
• Creates excellent rapport with all customers ensuring they enjoy all aspects of their dining experience Education
Master of Science in Elementary Education, 2003
Bachelor of Arts in Oral Communication, 2001
Additional Experience
New 12 Long Island – Completed Internship, 2001
Walt Disney World Company – Completed Extensive 4 week training and internship, 1999