Renee Smith

Experinced In All Areas Of a High Volumn Restaurantant/Caterer

Andalusia, AL 36421

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+1-850-***-****

I have worked in several casual fine dining & upscale fine dinning establishments. I have a great knowledge of standard beers & of course, our local and regional craft beer. My knowledge of fine wines is quite extensive, as well. My customer service and attention to detail is one of my best attributes. I would love to come in and introduce myself. Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

server

The Beach House Restaurant - Miramar, FL

October 2020 to Present

Bartender/Server/Trainer

The Village Door - Miramar Beach, FL

Present

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Server/Bartender/Trainer

Hammerheads Bar & Grill - Miramar, FL

September 2018 to March 2020

Very, very business in Baytown Wharf. I did it all. Bartender/ Bar Manager

The Cuban Grille/ Baytown Wharf - Miramar Beach, FL May 2018 to September 2018

bartender/ manager

Server/Bartender

Southside Slice - Rosemary Beach, FL

October 2017 to May 2018

“We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face...we must do that which we think we cannot." –Eleanor Roosevelt Server

Texas Roadhouse - Panama City Beach, FL

January 2017 to September 2017

Server at a high volumn restaurant

Personal chef / caterer

self - Andalusia, AL

January 2016 to December 2016

cater small local functions from 1 to 75, prepare menus to select from, do all the shopping, preparation, and presentation, cost out all functions and create menus for different budgets. server

Texas Roadhouse - Panama City, FL

July 2015 to December 2015

Opened a brand new Texas Roadhouse. Very detailed training, one of a few hired out of 100s of ppl interviewed

Retail Sales Representative

Schooner's - Panama City Beach, FL

March 2013 to May 2015

Responsibilities

All retail sales during my shift, responsible for cash drawer of $1300, provide all change to bar & wait staff, answer and direct ALL phone calls, take all to go orders, and direct and seat guest when no hostesses on duty. Hostesses scheduled only at night. Prevent guest from entering or leaving with alcohol. Security does this at night

Accomplishments

Made it easier on staff and management by being able to field and handle a lot of situations on my own using my experience and knowledge of the restaurant/ customer service background. Increased sales of jewelry in retail store.

Skills Used

You must be very multiple tasked and be able to think quick on your feet. Must handle all kinds of different scenarios.

Server

JIMMY BUFFETT'S MARGARITAVILLE - Panama City Beach, FL March 2008 to May 2011

Provided excellent customer service to patrons at a very busy seasonal beach bar and restaurant. Additionally, worked alongside food expo and sous chef in kitchen to ensure quality and accuracy of menu items before serving.

Server/bartender/trainer

CALYPSO BEACH CAFÉ - Panama City Beach, FL

July 2007 to March 2008

Provided excellent, prompt service to patrons at a popular seasonal beach café. CULINARY & MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

Caterer

MONTGOMERY CATERING - Montgomery, AL

January 2004 to March 2007

Montgomery, AL Jan. 04 - Mar. 2007

Caterer

Served and/or supervised all aspects of catered for food preparation, set-up and visual presentation of catered events for 150+ guests affiliated with state, federal, and government agencies. Catering company owner was also the owner of Ruddells restaurant; based on success with catering, was asked to also work at the restaurant.

Sous Chef/Garde Manger

YIANNI'S - Seagrove Beach, FL

January 2003 to December 2003

Played an integral role in all phases of the launch of a new Greek restaurant. Prepared all cold foods, including homemade seafood, chicken, and tuna salads. Supervised operations of the fry station and salad bar. Specialized in the preparation of authentic Greek entrees and desserts. Food & Beverage Manager

SHARKY'S - Panama City Beach, FL

September 2001 to January 2003

Responsible for the overall operations of full-service seasonal beachfront restaurant, including supervising and managing a staff of 50-75 people. Managed all cash distribution, collection, and reconciliation at the close of business. Fielded customer complaints and comments. Quickly promoted from server to floor supervisor.

Working Chef / Apprentice Baker

OASIS DELI AND BAKERY - Grayton Beach, FL

March 2001 to September 2001

Prepared soups, sauces, meats, and casseroles for the hot food line of deli and assembled cold salads for the deli salad bar. Baked cookies and muffins, as well as breads for deli and extensive sales to area restaurants.

Education

Associates Degree in Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Trenholm State Community College/Joseph Dickerson Culinary Centre - Montgomery, AL 1999 to 2001

Skills

• Restaurant & management, retail sales (10+ years)

• working on business degree

• inventory

• inventory control

• training

• scheduling

• word

• Waitress

• Restaurant Server

• Greek

• Culinary Experience

• Banquet Experience

• Catering

• Restaurant Management

• Food Safety

• Food Preparation

• Profit & Loss

• Kitchen Experience

Certifications and Licenses

Safe Staff Manager Certfied

October 2018 to October 2021

SafeStaff Server Certified

September 2018 to September 2021

safety, sanitation, alcohol awareness, sexual harassment Food Handler

food handler certificate

driver's license

Assessments

Cooking Skills: Basic Food Preparation — Highly Proficient July 2019

Preparing food, using cooking equipment, and converting ingredient measurements. Full results: Highly Proficient

Food Safety — Highly Proficient

May 2019

Proper food handling, storage, and equipment use for preventing the spread of foodborne illness. Full results: Highly Proficient

Bartending — Highly Proficient

September 2020

Understanding, pouring, and mixing drink orders

Full results: Highly Proficient

Supervisory Skills: Motivating & Assessing Employees — Highly Proficient September 2020

Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions. Full results: Highly Proficient

Food safety — Highly Proficient

January 2022

Knowledge of proper food and equipment handling safety measures Full results: Highly Proficient

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