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Francis Dowell

Ongar,Essex

Summary

Experienced waiter and caterer focused on providing excellent customer service. Bringing knowledge of continental cuisine and a strong work ethic. Enthusiastic to learn and gain experience in a more demanding role.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Waiter

The Chequers Matching Green
Harlow, Essex
07.2022 - Current
  • Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising customer satisfaction.
  • Cleaned, sanitised and organised food storage racks and bins, maintaining exceptional hygiene standards.
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, notifying restaurant management of concerns.
  • Assisted customers with menu selection, offering knowledge of current special dishes and personal recommendations to build rapport.
  • Regularly communicated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth front of house operations, minimising potential service delays.


Wedding caterer

Host Catering
Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
06.2022 - Current
  • Cleaned, sanitised and organised serving utensils, trays and other food service equipment.
  • Made and served drinks such as wine and cocktails.
  • Regularly adapted to different wedding venues with new equipment and different layout.



Education

Hockerill Anglo-European College
Bishop's Stortford

Skills

  • Fine dining experience
  • Food and beverage service
  • High-volume dining
  • Interpersonal skills

Timeline

Waiter

The Chequers Matching Green
07.2022 - Current

Wedding caterer

Host Catering
06.2022 - Current

Hockerill Anglo-European College
Francis Dowell