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Michael Simonaitis

Bromley

Summary

Ambitious student eager to take accountability for high-value hospitality role. Offers strong judgment, sound critical thinking and history of creative problem-solving in high-pressure environments. High-energy Food and Beverage Supervisor offers proven history of successful restaurant management. Leads FOH and BOH teams in superior performance and service excellence. Maximizes profits with strategic promotion and commitment to patron satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Food & beverage assistant

Bromley Court Hotel
London
06.2022 - Current
  • Completed daily set up and pack down duties, cash counting and stock replenishing.
  • Employed strong interpersonal skills to handle queries relating to menus, allergies and restaurant services.
  • Placed orders and processed payments in EPOS systems, maintaining efficient service operations.
  • Warmly greeted customers upon arrival, minimising wait times to improve restaurant experiences.
  • Provided first-class customer care through helpful, friendly service.
  • Enforced rules for cleanliness and sanitisation to ensure constant compliance with health and food safety standards.
  • Demonstrated high standards of customer service to take and deliver accurate food, cocktail and coffee orders.
  • Maintained poise and focus under pressure allowing for efficient, error-free meal delivery.
  • Helped bar staff prepare garnishes and mix cocktails during busy bar periods.
  • Polished glasses and cutlery to pristine standards.
  • Identified operational problems and proposed solutions to management, improving service efficiency.
  • Led by example to maintain team motivation, ensuring daily tasks were performed accurately and efficiently.
  • Dealt with customer complaints and rectified product and service issues.
  • Managed daily planning of workplace operations, clearly communicating targets to staff for smooth, efficient task delivery.
  • Increased team productivity through effective staff planning, coordination and task delegation.
  • Stocked counters, refrigerators and food service bars with fresh supplies.
  • Maintained bar stocks, replenishing daily as necessary.
  • Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
  • Prepared mixed drinks and poured wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages within target service timeframes.
  • Provided efficient food and drinks service for high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Led clear and concise 10 minute's briefings to 6+ staff.

FOH team member

Crown & Anchor
Bromley
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, notifying restaurant management of concerns.
  • Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.
  • Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
  • Kept guest tables neat and tidy by regularly clearing away dirty dishes and used glasses and wiping down surfaces.
  • Totalled bills for customers and accepted payment via cheque, currency and card payments.

Skills

  • Bar service
  • Table waiting
  • Food storage procedures
  • Contamination control
  • Menu expertise
  • Just In Time stock control
  • Barista expertise
  • Cleaning rota compliance
  • Drinks upselling
  • Guest interaction
  • Conference catering
  • Restaurant sanitisation
  • Allergy awareness
  • Equipment management
  • Customer service
  • Staff training
  • Cash handling
  • Stock control
  • Special event catering

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

Food & beverage assistant

Bromley Court Hotel
06.2022 - Current

FOH team member

Crown & Anchor
03.2022 - 03.2023
Michael Simonaitis