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Ameriah King

Independence

Summary

Energetic server with background in high-volume restaurant environments. Knows how to deliver superior guest service while maintaining professional rapport with team members. Strong skills in order and payment processing, upselling techniques and keeping areas clean and well-stocked. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction by delivering memorable dining experiences. Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring positive guest experiences and efficient table management. Proven ability to improve workflow and enhance team efficiency, contributing significantly to the restaurant's reputation for excellence in service. Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving capabilities in fast-paced settings, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Server

Blind Box BBQ
Shawnee
09.2025 - Current
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.

Server

Brookdale Senior Living Facility
Shawnee
05.2023 - 11.2024
  • Stocked supplies and organized service areas for efficient operation.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.

Communicated well with the seniors and ensured they enjoyed their meal

Server

Pegahs Family Restaurant
Shawnee
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure a positive dining experience.
  • Took accurate food and drink orders from customers.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to deliver timely meal service.
  • Maintained cleanliness of tables and dining areas throughout shifts.
  • Assisted in training new servers on restaurant procedures and menu items.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain satisfaction levels.
  • Stocked supplies and organized service areas for efficient operation.

Education

Shawnee Mission North
Shawnee, KS

Skills

  • Full-service dining support
  • Food safety compliance
  • Responsible beverage service
  • Effective customer upselling
  • Effective communication
  • Liquor, wine, and food service
  • Memory retention
  • Cash handling
  • Food running
  • Calm demeanor
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Training assistance
  • Food safety oversight
  • Wine service
  • Positive guest interactions
  • Strong work ethic
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Supply restocking
  • Guest engagement
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Task prioritization

Timeline

Server

Blind Box BBQ
09.2025 - Current

Server

Brookdale Senior Living Facility
05.2023 - 11.2024

Server

Pegahs Family Restaurant
07.2022 - 10.2022

Shawnee Mission North
Ameriah King