NYKIA
KELLY
adyxyg@r.postjobfree.com
Spring Valley, CA 91977
SKILLS
Reliable team worker
Neat, clean and professional appearance
Delivers exceptional customer service
Engaging personality
Excellent multi-tasker
Math and language skills
Problem solving
Reliable and punctual
Outstanding people skills
Research and Analysis
Critical thinking
Excel and data entry proficiency
EDUCATION
California State University Fresno
Fresno, CA • 05/2023
Bachelor of Science: Chemistry
Helix High School
La Mesa, CA • 06/2017
High School Diploma
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Enthusiastic and reliable professional takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments. Additionally a dedicated professional skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
WORK HISTORY
Olive Garden Restaurant - Server
Clovis, CA • 11/2022 - Current
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Table Mountain Casino - Server/cashier/Host
Friant, CA • 10/2021 - 10/2022
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
Hot Dog And A Stick - Sales Associate
Fresno, CA • 04/2019 - 01/2020
Processed customer payments
Wiped down counters and maintained a clean and safe work space
Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find necessary store items
Frequently washed and sanitized hands, food areas and food preparation tools, following safe food handling practices
Recorded customer orders and communicated clearly to confirm each order
Completed side work tasks, including restocking condiments and cleaning refrigerators
Suggested additional menu items, beverages and desserts to increase sales
Completed opening, closing and shift change tasks to promote store efficiency.
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
Department Of Health Services - Internship Student
Sacramento, CA • 06/2017 - 01/2019
Organized and maintained filing systems,
Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
Pump It Up Management LLC - Party Attendant
Oakland, CA • 06/2015 - 07/2016
Interacted with customers and their guests
Enforcing safety rules while leading children and adults in a safe & fun environment
Maintained cleanliness of facility and equipment
Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS, National Society of High School Scholars (2014-2017) Young Black Scholars (2015-2017) Cheerleader (2014-2017) (HCOP) Premedical Program (2017-2023)
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