Austin Foster
Outback Steakhouse
Ocean Springs
8
years of professional experience
Resourceful and adaptable professional with a solid background in the restaurant and arborist industries. Known for strong leadership and customer service abilities, ready to leverage expertise to drive team success and improve operational outcomes.
Work History
Restaurant Server
1 Year- Provided prompt and attentive service to guests, ensuring a positive dining experience.
- Accurately processed orders using point-of-sale system, maintaining efficiency during peak hours.
- Assisted in menu knowledge by explaining dishes and making recommendations to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and address special requests promptly.
- Supported team members during busy periods, demonstrating adaptability in fast-paced settings.
Certified Utility Arborist Foreman
1 Year- Performed pruning and trimming operations to enhance tree structure and aesthetics.
- Conducted tree health assessments to determine treatment options and maintenance needs.
- Utilized chainsaws, chippers, and stump grinders for efficient tree care services.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure adherence to safety protocols during operations.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay updated on industry best practices and regulations.
- Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
- Maintained work vehicles and equipment.
Restaurant Manager
4 Years 11 Months- Supervised daily operations, ensuring high standards of service and food quality.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a positive team environment and improving performance.
- Developed staff schedules, balancing labor costs with customer demand effectively.
- Collaborated with upper management on strategic initiatives to boost operational efficiency and profitability.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Fry Cook and Line Cook
1 Year 3 Months- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including fryers, grills, and ovens, to maximize efficiency.
- Trained new staff on food preparation procedures and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Education
No Degree - Engineering
- Dean's List Spring 2025 Semester
- Annual Galla Scholarship Recipient
- Expert Scholar Scholarship Recipient
- 3.9 GPA
High School Diploma
- Graduated with High Honors
- Completed AP course in Chemistry
- Completed AP course in Statistics
- Completed AP course in Human Geography
- 3 Years of Culinary Education
- 3.78 GPA
Skills
Customer service
Staff training and development
Team leadership
Time management
Decision-making
Task delegation
Documentation and reporting
Chainsaw use
Hazardous tree assessment
Storm damage cleanup
Aerial lift operation
Tree extraction
Timeline
Restaurant Server
Outback Steakhouse
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Certified Utility Arborist Foreman
Cambium Tree Care And Preservation
08.2024 - 08.2025Read More
Restaurant Manager
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
09.2019 - 08.2024Read More
Fry Cook and Line Cook
Taco Bell
06.2018 - 09.2019Read More
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
No Degree from Engineering
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Ocean Springs High School
High School Diploma
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