Gregory Browning
Lexington
Summary
Highly motivated server with 15+ years in the restaurant and catering industries. Extensive wine and beer knowledge accompanied with food pairings. Experience in high-volume, face paced restaurants to fine dining and banquets as well as weddings. Inter-personal skills of communication, personable and a great team player allows effective service to go above and beyond guests expectations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Sales Team Specialist
City Barbecue
Lexington
02.2024 - Current
- Procured all food and materials for setting up catering display at restaurant.
- Procured all food and materials for setting up catering display at restaurant.
- Called up host of the event for any additional details, go over the order and location.
- Catered full service weddings, corporate lunches and private functions.
Assistant Manager
Great Bagel
Lexington
04.2020 - 03.2024
- Assisted in training new staff on customer service standards and procedures.
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure efficient store functionality and workflow.
- Managed inventory levels and conducted regular stock assessments for product availability.
- Monitored employee performance and provided constructive feedback to improve service quality.
- Closed down the drawer and would run end of day sales on a daily basis and made deposits to the bank.
Server
Pinstripes
Chicago
05.2016 - 09.2019
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05-2007
Skills
- Catering logistics
- Event coordination
- Inventory management
- Menu planning
- Food safety compliance
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
Catering Sales Team Specialist
City Barbecue
02.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
Great Bagel
04.2020 - 03.2024
Server
Pinstripes
05.2016 - 09.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
College of DuPage