DZEREN TEKER
FOOD RUNNER-BARISTA-WAITRESS
Summary
Entry-level Food Runner-Barista and true team player remains cool under extreme pressure in high-tempo kitchens. Takes direction well and consistently meets schedule requirements. Backs up servers, back bars and kitchen staff to deliver outstanding customer service to patrons.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Food Runner
Bar Des Pres
LONDON, LND
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Garnished dishes and quickly delivered items to customers, minimizing wait times.
- Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints.
- Delivered correct food items to tables according to order documentation.
- Cleared tables immediately after guests left in preparation for next party.
- Organized and replenished supplies at food stations to optimize team performance.
- Collaborated well with other food runners to deliver orders accurately.
- Cleaned and sanitized food preparation and serving areas.
- Operated dishwashers and other kitchen equipment according to safety guidelines.
- Monitored food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed.
- Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
- Checked dining area supplies of linens, wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock.
- Arranged tables and chairs for special occasions and events.
- Greeted customers and provided menus upon arrival to dining room.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
Waitress-Barista
Q Plus Coffee Shop
İstanbul, Türkiye
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Packaged bagels, muffins and other food items for customer purchase.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
Education
High School Diploma - Automotive Technics
Topkapı Okulları
İstanbul 09.2018 - 09.2021
Skills
Meal delivery
Timeline
Food Runner
Bar Des Pres
11.2022 - 01.2023
Waitress-Barista
Q Plus Coffee Shop
02.2021 - 07.2022
High School Diploma - Automotive Technics
Topkapı Okulları
09.2018 - 09.2021
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