JOHN SMITH
1 Main Street
New Cityland, CA 91010
Cell: (555) 322-7337
E-Mail: example-email@example.com
Summary
Friendly and courteous Server with over 10 years’ experience in bar and restaurant settings and current California Food Handlers Card. Proficient knowledge of food, wine, and spirits. Seeking a position in an upscale restaurant, resort, or country club where knowledgeable service is valued and room for advancement is available. 
Highlights
•	Money handling experience
•	Sales proficient
•	Team leader
•	Knowledgeable of wine and liquor
•	Customer-focused
Trainer
•	Food service and safety expert
•	Excellent communicator
•	Accurate and detail-oriented
•	Dedicated and dependable
Experience
April 2011 to Current
Callahan’s New Cityland, CA
Server 
•	Demonstrate genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests.
•	Guide guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of the food, beverages, and ingredients.
•	Precisely describe menu items and special offerings and appropriately identify wine pairings.
•	Proactively prepare for large parties and reservations, anticipating planning and staffing needs.
•	Buss, clear, clean, and set tables when support staff are backed up.
May 2007 to March 2011
Donovan’s Pub Davison, OH
Bartender 
•	Worked busiest weekend shifts and some weekday lunches.
•	Answered guest questions, took orders, and suggested menu items.
•	Relayed orders to kitchen by quickly and accurately recording guest selections and keying them into the register.
•	Inventoried and restocked items throughout day.
•	Optimized bar revenue by suggesting and implementing contests and social media events to draw in customers.
January 2004 to February 2007
Ruby’s Steakhouse Nashville, TN
Server 
•	Took guest orders and handled customer service requests.
•	Maintained dining room in clean, neat, and stocked fashion.
•	Filled in for bartender as needed.
Education
2016 University of California New Cityland, CA
Bachelor of Science Computer Science 
Minor in Electrical Engineering