Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Art, dance, theater
Languages
Timeline
Waitress

Luka Mei Simre

Tartu,793

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with extensive experience at Vabiano, excelling in customer service and team collaboration. Proven ability to enhance guest satisfaction through efficient order management and a clean dining environment. Skilled in multitasking and cash handling, consistently contributing to increased bar revenue and maintaining high service standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitress

Vanemuise Kohvik OÜ
03.2024 - 01.2025

Duties included table service and making drinks at the bar. Keeping work surfaces tidy. And setting tables for the group when necessary.

  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.

Assistant

Vestenlau OÜ
08.2023 - 01.2024

When I worked at a flower shop, I was at the cash register, greeting customers and selling flowers to customers (and giving advice when needed). In addition, I cleaned the flowers and put them on the counter. I also had some opportunities to make bouquets.

  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
  • Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
  • Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.

Barmaid, Cashier

Vabiano
10.2019 - 02.2020

Bartender - prepares desserts, sells drinks (mainly coffee, wine, beer)

Cashier - Welcoming customers and processing payments, taking and preparing food orders, keeping the restaurant in order

Waitress - tidied tables, directed customers

  • Contributed to a positive team atmosphere, collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.

and taking orders to the table

  • Assisted in increasing bar revenue by upselling premium drinks and promoting daily specials.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, balancing the cash register at the end of each shift.
  • Enhanced customer experience by providing friendly and attentive service during busy shifts.
  • Verified identification before serving customers to comply with state law.
  • Sanitized and wiped down bar top, tables and seats after each use to meet health and safety requirements.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly and maintaining guest satisfaction.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests with regular cleaning tasks and efficient organization.

Education

High School Diploma -

Helsingi Rudolf Steiner High School
Helsingi
06-2020

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Strong multitasking
  • Greeting guests
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer order management
  • Cleanliness
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Service prioritization
  • Efficient food logistics

Art, dance, theater

I like art (especially dancing) and I stay active. I like to hike, swim, climb and do other activities. I also travel, both to visit my family and to relax and expand my horizons. I am conscientious and friendly. I value professionalism. I can work well with other colleagues.

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Finnish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Estonian
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Waitress

Vanemuise Kohvik OÜ
03.2024 - 01.2025

Assistant

Vestenlau OÜ
08.2023 - 01.2024

Barmaid, Cashier

Vabiano
10.2019 - 02.2020

High School Diploma -

Helsingi Rudolf Steiner High School
Luka Mei Simre