Skylar Waguespack
Bay Saint Louis
Summary
Experienced server with strong understanding of hospitality and food and beverage industries. Wide knowledge of cuisine and food and wine pairings with a strong work ethic and great flexibility. Always hoping to deliver a positive customer experience through genuine hospitality.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Server
Thorny Oyster
Bay St. Louis
05.2024 - Current
- Set up stations for serving meals according to established guidelines.
- Replenished buffet lines with fresh foods as needed.
- Collected dishes promptly after each course, cleared crumbs and glassware and maintained customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to deliver food smoothly, adapting service based on customer requests and kitchen readiness.
Server
Thorny Oyster
Bay St Louis
04.2022 - Current
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage pairings to enhance guest experience.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Breakfast Server
Cosmos
Bay St. Louis
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Prepared and served breakfast items to customers in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed coffee and beverage stations, ensuring freshness and availability.
- Checked with guests to ensure that they were enjoying their meals and addressed any issues promptly.
- Stocked supplies such as napkins, straws, silverware, condiments before opening for business each day.
Server Assistant
Longhorn Steakhouse
Denham Springs
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Assisted servers with carrying food from kitchen to tables, refilling drinks, and clearing away dirty dishes.
- Responsible for seating in a rotation and accommodating guests with seating preferences.
- Cleared tables in a timely manner in order to keep wait times to a minimum.
- Efficient in taking to-go orders, packaging them, and ensuring timely delivery.
Skills
- Beverage service
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Adaptability
- Effective customer upselling
- Daily specials memorization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Banquet Server
Thorny Oyster
05.2024 - Current
Breakfast Server
Cosmos
07.2023 - 12.2024
Server
Thorny Oyster
04.2022 - Current
Server Assistant
Longhorn Steakhouse
11.2019 - 08.2021