Server/ Banquet Server/ Food Runner/Busser

Kerri LaValle

Jacksonville, FL • 904-***-**** • ************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced and dedicated hospitality professional with over 10 years of comprehensive food service, banquet, and housekeeping experience in both fine dining and high-volume settings. Proven ability to support full-service restaurant and catering operations, manage buffet and banquet setups, and deliver exceptional customer service. Certified in food handling and alcohol service in the state of Florida. Dependable team player with strong organizational skills and attention to detail, capable of working independently or in a team. CERTIFICATIONS

- Florida Responsible Vendor Alcohol Certification (Active)

- Florida Food Handler Training Certificate (Active) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Server

Grand Living at Tamaya – Jacksonville, FL

February 2025 – Present

- Provide high-level dining service across various venues: Bistro, Casual, Formal, Memory Care, and Club Room

- Use electronic food order system (POS device) to accurately enter resident orders

- Assist in food delivery and special events with a professional, courteous demeanor

- Uphold community standards through The Sterling Touch® hospitality service Server Assistant – Fine Dining (Salt Restaurant)

The Ritz-Carlton – Amelia Island, FL (via Exclusive Staffing) January 2022 – January 2025

- Worked steadily as a dedicated Server Assistant at Salt, a Forbes 5-Diamond fine dining restaurant

- Supported front-of-house service by assisting lead servers with food and beverage delivery, clearing, and resetting tables

- Maintained meticulous attention to detail in line with Ritz-Carlton luxury hospitality standards

- Ensured seamless guest experiences during high-end dining service Banquet Server - Instawork – Jacksonville, FL

2020 – Present (As-Needed)

- Deliver on-demand banquet services for hotels and event venues

- Execute setup and breakdown of events with efficiency and precision Banquet Server / Setup Crew - Davoli Catering – Jacksonville, FL November 2019 – Present

- Load/unload catering vans and transport equipment

- Set up tables, buffet and drink stations for private and corporate events

- Perform light food prep and cleanup duties

Server / Busser / Event Lead Exclusive Staffing – Jacksonville, FL October 2019 – Present

- Assisted in both front-of-house and back-of-house event support for weddings and formal gatherings

- Set and cleared tables, performed side work, and led buffet setups

- Independently managed event flow as needed

Banquet Server - Hospitality Staffing Solutions – Jacksonville, FL September 2019 – Present

- Provided hospitality services for weddings and corporate functions at various venues (e.g., UNF, Florida Blue)

- Handled guest service in high-volume environments and supported buffet setup/teardown House Cleaner (Self-Employed) Meriden, CT

January 2007 – Present

- Offer residential cleaning including laundry, dishes, deep cleaning, and sanitation

- Maintain high client satisfaction through attention to detail and reliability Housekeeper - Ponte Vedra Inn & Club – Jacksonville, FL February 2020 – March 2020

- Maintained 5-diamond cleanliness standards in guest rooms

- Complied with CDC cleaning protocols during early COVID-19 response Server / Waitress - The Cabin Restaurant – Meriden, CT May 1994 – September 1997

- Head waitress responsible for buffet service, training, and team coordination

- Delivered meals, managed large party orders, and ensured table turnover Server, Trainer - Kitchen Prep - Central CT Caterers – Wallingford, CT April 1986 – January 1995

- Prepared and served food at private events and large-scale functions

- Loaded and unloaded catering equipment; worked independently at private parties SKILLS

- Food & Beverage Service

- POS Order Entry Systems

- Banquet Setup & Breakdown

- Buffet and Plated Service

- Fine Dining Etiquette

- Residential & Commercial Cleaning

- Team Collaboration

- Organizational Skills (10+ years)

- Dementia Care

- Meal & Food Preparation

- Alcohol Handling & Compliance

- Customer Service Excellence

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