Norfolk, VA ***** 757-***-**** *********@*****.***
Karen E. Melton
Objective To obtain an entry level position in the Customer Service Industry that can utilize my excellent customer service skills.
Experience 05-06 to 07-08 Turpin’s Florist Norfolk, VA
Delivery Driver
• Processed flowers upon arrival to florist
• Made floral deliveries and assisted in routing drivers daily
• Used Nextel E-trace system for tracking orders
• Provided superior customer service via telephone and person to person
12-03 to 05-04 Olive Garden Chesapeake, VA
Server / Waitress
• Greeted customers and explained monthly specials
• Recommended beverages and appetizers to accommodate meals
• Always up sold to increase company sales
• Served food and beverages
• Worked as a team with co-workers to complete side work
12-00 to 06-03 Applebee’s Suffolk, VA
Server / Waitress
• Greeted customers and explained monthly specials
• Used up selling techniques to exceed company expectations
• Recommended beverages and appetizers to accommodate meals
• Served food and beverages
• Worked as a team player to complete assigned tasks
05-98 to 10-00 Swan Terrace Restaurant Virginia Beach, VA
Server / Waitress
• Performed opening duties to prepare the restaurant for the breakfast menu
• Served food and beverages
• Worked as a team player to complete side work and provide a safe and healthy work environment
• Assisted banquet staff in setting up and serving special events
Education 1980 to 1983 Manor High School Portsmouth, VA
• General Studies and The Arts, with honors GED