TAJAE GILLARD
OBJECTIVES
Dedicated banquet server with strong customer service and adaptability
skills. Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness while efficiently coordinating events. Ready to enhance guest experiences through effective communication and teamwork.
EXPERIENCE
BANQUET SERVER -H2B, 05/2024 - 10/2026
THE GRAND HOTEL - Alabama, USA
KITCHEN SUPERVISOR, 05/2018 - 03/2024
EXCELLENCE OYSTER BAY - Jamaica
COMIS CHEF, 05/2016 - 01/2018
CARDIFF HOTEL AND SPA - Jamaica
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Certificate -Commercial Food Preparation, 11/2012
Heart Trust NSTA Institution - Jamaica
CONTACT
Address: Fairhope, Alabama, USA
36532
Phone: 251-***-****
Email: ***********@*****.***
SKILLS
Set up banquet rooms according to event specifications and served food and beverages efficiently to guests during events and gatherings.
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Coordinated with kitchen staff for timely meal delivery and facilitated setup and breakdown of banquet furniture and equipment.
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• Ensured cleanliness and organization of banquet areas during service. Assisted in coordinating event logistics with event planners and management teams.
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• Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
• Implemented food safety protocols to comply with health regulations. Ensured all kitchen staff adhered to food safety and sanitation regulations.
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• Prepared high-quality dishes according to hotel standards and recipes.
• Collaborated with chefs to streamline food preparation processes.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and storage areas.
• Customer service
• Effective communication
• Station setup and restocking
• Cleaning and sanitizing
• Inventory management
• POS operation
• Adaptability
• Recipe execution
• Cooking techniques
• Time management
• Multitasking and organizing
• Attention to detail
• Detail-oriented
• Teamwork
• Problem solving
• Lifting and carrying
• Team leadership