Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Activities & Interests
Languages
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Ashley Garcia Aguilar

Greensboro

Summary

Dedicated and energetic hospitality professional with 3 years of experience at Mellow Mushroom, excelling as a cashier, host, and server. Skilled in delivering exceptional customer service, managing fast-paced operations, and fostering a welcoming dining experience. Recognized for multitasking, teamwork, and maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier | Host | Server

Mellow Mushroom
01.2021 - Current
  • Engaged with guests to ensure satisfaction and create lasting impressions during their dining experience.
  • Oversaw transaction processing via POS system, focusing on precision in cash, credit, and gift card handling.
  • Streamlined seating chart organization and waitlist operations to improve table turnover rates during high-traffic hours.
  • Monitored and maintained quality standards during the efficient delivery of food and beverages to patrons.
  • Conducted comprehensive training on restaurant protocols and customer service techniques for new team members.
  • Facilitated resolution of customer issues, ensuring professional handling of challenges to achieve satisfactory results.
  • Streamlined communication among kitchen and bar personnel to enhance accuracy and efficiency in order fulfillment.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by greeting and seating guests promptly upon arrival.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Provided exceptional service through friendly interactions with customers, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Resolved guest complaints professionally, taking appropriate action to address issues and improve future experiences.
  • Checked in with servers to confirm preparedness before seating customers.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and inviting restaurant environment by clearing tables and setting up for the next guests.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.

Education

Accounting

Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, North Carolina, NC

High School Diploma - undefined

Eastern Guilford High School
Gibsonville, NC
01.2023

Skills

  • Customer Service & Guest Relations
  • Cash Handling & Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems
  • Hosting & Table Management
  • Order Accuracy & Food Delivery
  • Upselling & Suggestive Selling Techniques
  • Team Collaboration & Communication
  • Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
  • Time Management in High-Volume Settings
  • Customer service
  • Time management skills
  • Cash handling
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service excellence
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Money handling
  • Customer relations
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Order taking
  • Cash handling expertise
  • Conflict resolution
  • Product knowledge

Additional Activities & Interests

Regular gym attendee, focusing on fitness, discipline, and personal well-being, Flexible schedule and ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, Proven record of maintaining composure and efficiency in high-stress environments

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Cashier | Host | Server

Mellow Mushroom
01.2021 - Current

High School Diploma - undefined

Eastern Guilford High School

Accounting

Guilford Technical Community College
Ashley Garcia Aguilar