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Awal Mursidin

Minneapolis

Summary

Dynamic server with a proven track record at Kobe Restaurant, excelling in customer relationship management and food safety compliance. Known for enhancing guest satisfaction and driving repeat business through exceptional service and effective problem-solving. Skilled in menu presentation and fostering collaboration among team members to ensure seamless operations.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

kobe restaurant
Minneapolis
2023.08 - Current
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
  • Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.
  • Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
  • Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
  • Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.

Server

Sakurarestaurant
Cockeysville
2022.03 - 2022.06
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
  • Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.

Server

Oishi Sushi
Rockville
2022.01 - 2022.02
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
  • Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
  • Checked food before serving it to customers.
  • Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
  • Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.

Education

Diploma - Public Relations

University of Padjadjaran
Bandung
2005-08

Skills

  • Menu presentation
  • Food safety compliance
  • Customer feedback implementation
  • Order management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Table setup efficiency
  • Sales promotion techniques
  • Collaboration skills
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Front-of-house display creation
  • Positive and professional
  • Order delivery practices
  • Table setting
  • Wine pairings
  • Shift management
  • Team member support
  • Food and beverage pairings
  • Order accuracy
  • High volume dining
  • Food safety
  • Quality control
  • Strong work ethic
  • Food delivery
  • Hostess support
  • Relationship management
  • Customer service
  • Check payment processing
  • Liquor, wine, and food service
  • Tableside etiquette

Languages

English
Limited

Timeline

Server

kobe restaurant
2023.08 - Current

Server

Sakurarestaurant
2022.03 - 2022.06

Server

Oishi Sushi
2022.01 - 2022.02

Diploma - Public Relations

University of Padjadjaran
Awal Mursidin