Server/Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
Novi, Michigan
Server- Lead waitress in casual upscale dining chain. Greeted and served all guests with a smile in a timely fashion. Ensured guest satisfaction by providing outstanding hospitality and service. Detailed explanation of the 20+page menu to ensure guests understood what they were ordering and what it included and any allergens. Provided guests with an alternative diet menu. Bottle service provided. Entertained guests during special occasions such as birthdays, graduations and anniversaries. Handled orders and transactions using the POS system. Team Work, Time Management and Effective Communication with managers, other servers, prep workers, cooks, chefs, hosts, bartenders, bussers, and expeditors, were an important part of the responsibility. Side work and other duties as needed. Team Leader- Trained over 3 new sets of employees with a crew of 4 - 8 on front and back of the house procedures, menu and new menu roll outs, uniform and other policies, safety precautions and guidelines, OSHA laws, sanitation, hygiene, serv safe, liquor laws, customer service standards, sales and tips, and effective communication. Line Cook- Worked as the Salad Cook duties included daily preparation of station, cleaned, cut, chopped, sliced, diced, blanched, steamed fresh vegetables and fruit. Raw greens, meats, poultry and fish were also prepped and kept for service. Learned recipes and ingredients for over 45 different salads that were made fresh on a daily basis. Read orders from order screen and maintained efficiency to stay out of the red zone. Responsible for keeping a clean work environment and adhering to all kitchen and food safety rules, laws, and guidelines. Learned tossing, building and presentation techniques. Made an average of 50+ made to order side salads, appetizer, lunch and/or dinner salads within a 4 hour time frame.