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Michael Smith

Edenvale,Gauteng

Summary

I am a highly motivated professional with over 5 years of experience in the restaurant industry. Driven by goals, I constantly seek opportunities to enhance efficiency, whether in my own performance or that of my team. My adeptness in customer relations, team management, and operational efficiency allows me to excel, particularly in high-pressure environments where I thrive. I am eager to contribute to your team and am excited about the prospect of working together. I look forward to the possibility of connecting with you soon.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Waiter

Adega Bedfordview
06.2018 - 07.2018
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Ensured food safety compliance by adhering to proper handling procedures when serving dishes.

Junior Manager

Adega Boksburg
07.2018 - 09.2018
  • Optimized inventory control processes, minimizing stock discrepancies and maximizing cost savings.
  • Checking the floor layout before opening to ensure the Adega Standards were met.
  • Managed customer bookings and inquiries for upcoming events.
  • Resolved customer complaints and rectified any issues to ensure our high standards were maintained and customer satisfaction was restored.
  • Managed inventory by receiving and maintaining stock levels efficiently

General Manager

Adega Bedfordview
10.2018 - 11.2018

1st October 2018 – 30th November 2018

Responsibilities as General Manager I:

  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Oversaw the training of new managers
  • Optimized inventory control processes, minimizing stock discrepancies and maximizing cost savings.
  • Inspected the floor layout before opening to ensure cleanliness and proper table settings according to Adega standards.
  • Managed customer bookings and inquiries for upcoming events.
  • Resolved customer complaints and rectified any issues to ensure our high standards were maintained and customer satisfaction was restored.
  • Managed inventory by receiving and maintaining stock levels efficiently

Waiter

Eira Moura Portuguese Restaurant
07.2020 - 12.2021
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Ensured food safety compliance by adhering to proper handling procedures when serving dishes.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Received comprehensive training in bar operations, as waiters are expected to pour their own drinks due to the absence of dedicated bartenders.
  • Efficiently managed time to ensure prompt service
  • Collaborated with team members to maximize customer satisfaction

Head Waiter

Eira Moura Portuguese Restaurant
12.2021 - 04.2022
  • Welcomed new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders to initiate a positive dining experience.
  • Provided exceptional service by anticipating guest needs, enhancing their overall dining satisfaction.
  • Increased restaurant efficiency by effectively managing and delegating tasks to the wait staff.
  • Trained staff on POS system operations and consistently upheld high service standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness and stocked server areas to optimize table service efficiency.
  • Managed high customer volumes during peak hours, ensuring prompt and efficient service.
  • Conducted timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs and maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured food safety compliance through meticulous handling procedures while serving dishes.
  • Shared in-depth menu knowledge to guide customer choices based on taste preferences and interests.
  • Demonstrated composure in handling challenging customers and demanding shifts.
  • Received comprehensive bar operations training, enabling proficiency in drink preparation due to the absence of dedicated bartenders.
  • Efficiently managed time to maintain prompt service delivery.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to maximize overall customer satisfaction.

Manager

Okes Coffee Shop
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Managed day-to-day operations, including stock management, working on GAAP POS, and managing costs.
  • Trained waiters in customer interaction and sales promotion
  • Created specials and events to attract customers
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.

Part-time and Full-time Employee

Nessavagry Enterprises (PTY LTD)
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in building, renovating, and constructing Nessie's Café
  • Provided critical feedback on POS systems, staff requirements, and kitchen equipment
  • Trained new staff for both front and back of house
  • Assisted with recipe development, meal prep, and cooking
  • Managed general procedures for daily operations

Waiter

Eira Moura Portuguese Restaurant
12.2023 - 03.2024
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Ensured food safety compliance by adhering to proper handling procedures when serving dishes.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Received comprehensive training in bar operations, as waiters are expected to pour their own drinks due to the absence of dedicated bartenders.
  • Efficiently managed time to ensure prompt service
  • Collaborated with team members to maximize customer satisfaction

Waiter

Fahrenheit Edenvale
03.2024 - Current
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Set up banquet events according to specific client requirements, ensuring a successful event experience for all attendees.
  • Complied with all company policies regarding uniform standards, punctuality, and professionalism.
  • Upsold appetizers, drinks and desserts to increase restaurant profits.
  • Informed customers about daily and seasonal specials.
  • Demonstrated extensive menu knowledge, enabling personalized recommendations for guests based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
  • Provided support during busy periods by assisting other servers in cleaning tables and resetting them quickly for incoming guests.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.

Education

GED -

Boston City Campus And Business College
Bedfordview

Skills

  • Customer Service : Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at resolving conflicts and ensuring customer satisfaction through attentive and personalized service

  • Service Prioritization: Expertly prioritized customer needs and service demands based on urgency and importance, ensuring efficient resolution of issues and timely delivery of services

  • Salesmanship: Utilized persuasive communication skills to effectively promote menu items, specials, and promotions, contributing to increased sales and customer satisfaction

  • High-Volume Dining: Thrived in high customer traffic settings, maintaining composure and delivering attentive service during peak periods to meet and exceed guest expectations

  • Strong Multitasking: Excelled in fast-paced, high-volume dining environments, managing multiple tasks effectively to meet customer demands and maintain service excellence

  • Food Safety Understanding: Implemented rigorous food safety protocols and guidelines, ensuring compliance with health regulations and prioritizing the safety and well-being of patrons

  • Guest Relations Management: Cultivated strong relationships with guests, actively listening to their needs and addressing concerns promptly to enhance overall dining experiences

  • Order Accuracy: Meticulously maintained order accuracy, ensuring precise fulfillment of customer requests to uphold satisfaction and minimize errors

  • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using various POS systems (4POS, GAAP, Pilot), proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel to streamline operations and enhance efficiency

  • Time Management: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of duties while maintaining quality service delivery

  • Management: Exhibited proven leadership abilities with experience in training and managing staff, efficiently handling daily operations to maintain high standards of service

  • Customer Service: Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at resolving conflicts and ensuring customer satisfaction through attentive and personalized service

Certification

Driver's License: Valid Code 08

Personaldevelopment

I possess adept computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Additionally, I am equipped to respond effectively in emergency situations, demonstrating my commitment to readiness and competency across various domains.

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 05/19/99

Languages

English: Native
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

About Me

I thoroughly enjoy the dynamic interactions involved in my profession, especially when dealing with high volumes of people. Engaging with customers, learning about their stories, and sharing aspects of my own journey are daily highlights for me. Discovering those hidden gems among customers, who truly resonate with me, reminds me why I am passionate about my work.


Outside of work, I transition into a more introspective and introverted persona, cherishing quiet moments alone and meaningful time spent with loved ones. These moments allow me to recharge and reflect, nurturing personal connections that are invaluable to me. A few of my personal interests include:


Reading: I'm often captivated by reading as a means to escape into fantastical worlds crafted by others. While I've explored various genres, my heart always gravitates towards tales rooted in fantasy and fiction.

Spending Time with Loved Ones: I prioritize nurturing personal relationships, cherishing moments spent at family gatherings, outings with friends, and the occasional surprise party as invaluable experiences.

Cooking: I'm passionate about pursuing culinary arts and aspire to attend hotel school in the future. I enjoy experimenting with diverse cuisines and techniques to create new dishes. Even when a dish doesn't turn out as expected, I view it as a valuable learning experience that inspires my next culinary adventure.

Baking: Baking brings me immense joy, offering a technical challenge where precision is key—too much of one ingredient can alter the entire outcome. Mastering challenging recipes and achieving successful results brings me great satisfaction.

Playing Video Games: I appreciate the strategic and immersive experiences video games offer, particularly drawn to genres like role-playing games (RPGs), strategy games, and cooperative multiplayer games. I value games that engage my intellect, although I also enjoy the occasional lighthearted game for fun.

Playing Tabletop Games: Tabletop games captivate me with their social interaction and strategic depth. Whether it's Dungeons & Dragons, where friends and I gather every other Sunday evening, or other board and card games, these activities nurture creativity, critical thinking, and collaborative storytelling in ways that digital games can't replicate. Some of my fondest memories involve brainstorming and executing creative (and chaotic) ideas with friends, even when they turn out to be unnecessary in hindsight.

Timeline

Waiter

Fahrenheit Edenvale
03.2024 - Current

Waiter

Eira Moura Portuguese Restaurant
12.2023 - 03.2024

Part-time and Full-time Employee

Nessavagry Enterprises (PTY LTD)
01.2023 - 12.2023

Manager

Okes Coffee Shop
04.2022 - 01.2023

Head Waiter

Eira Moura Portuguese Restaurant
12.2021 - 04.2022

Waiter

Eira Moura Portuguese Restaurant
07.2020 - 12.2021

General Manager

Adega Bedfordview
10.2018 - 11.2018

Junior Manager

Adega Boksburg
07.2018 - 09.2018

Waiter

Adega Bedfordview
06.2018 - 07.2018

GED -

Boston City Campus And Business College
Michael Smith