Overview
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Sara Grove

Boalsburg

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Waitstaff Member

Olde New York Restaurant and Taproom
State College
08.2006 - Current
  • Provide exceptional customer service by continuously going above and beyond and anticipating the wants and needs of patrons.
  • Provide training and guidance to new front of house staff members as well as generate weekly staffing schedules.
  • Collaborate with kitchen staff and management to ensure prompt, precise and top-notch food and beverage service.
  • Contribution to a productive and optimistic work environment by demonstrating a strong work ethic, and strong passion and commitment to providing top level service.

Connections Associate

Juniper Village at Brookline
State College
02.2015 - 03.2017
  • Provided numerous levels and dimensions of holistic wellness to residents with Alzheimer's and dementia as well as planned and implemented daily activities and events.
  • Addressed the social, mental, emotional, spiritual and physical needs of residents and catered to the extensive demographics and personalized individual plans to create an enriched experience for all parties involved.
  • Ensured exceptional quality and services to all residents while maintaining compliance with Federal, State and local regulations.

Banquet & Restaurant Server, Bartender

The Mount Nittany Inn
07.2010 - 10.2012
  • Succeeded as a server, bartender and banquet server and provided superior food and beverage service to large banquet groups as well as in a high volume restaurant.
  • Demonstrated the ability to handle solo service of tables up to 25 guests providing adequate attention to guarantee an unforgettable dining experience.
  • Worked efficiently as part of a team with the set up and breakdown of events, and handled guest inquiries in order to ensure the flawless execution of corporate functions, private parties and weddings.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations while handling food, beverage, linens and maintaining a high level of organization and cleanliness throughout the event space.

Education

BS - Public Health

Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA
08.2012

Pennsylvania Public Health Association (PPHA)
09-2009

Skills

  • Quality customer service
  • High volume dining
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Diligence and Dedication
  • Solution oriented thinking
  • Team leadership and Guidance
  • Efficiency improvements
  • Event provisions
  • Scheduling and Training
  • Toast and Micros experience

Additional Information

Additional work experience available upon request

Timeline

Connections Associate

Juniper Village at Brookline
02.2015 - 03.2017

Banquet & Restaurant Server, Bartender

The Mount Nittany Inn
07.2010 - 10.2012

Senior Waitstaff Member

Olde New York Restaurant and Taproom
08.2006 - Current

BS - Public Health

Slippery Rock University

Pennsylvania Public Health Association (PPHA)
Sara Grove