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Server resume example — Mid Level
Sample summary for Roy Carver
Experienced fine dining server with 5 years in upscale and Michelin-recognized restaurants, managing high-value guest experiences and large banquet events. Known for deep wine knowledge, tableside service mastery, and hosting private dining experiences for high-net-worth guests.
Key skills
Fine Dining ServiceWine Knowledge (WSET Level 2)Tableside ServicePrivate Dining & EventsPoint of Sale (MICROS)Guest RelationsBanquet ServiceFloor Leadership
Sample experience
Senior Server / Floor Lead
Jun 2022 – Present
Per Se · New York, NY
- •Provide white-glove dining service at a 3-Michelin-star restaurant for 35–40 covers per evening with average check of $550+ per guest
- •Lead floor team of 6 during service, coordinating pacing, wine service, and special guest requests for VIP reservations
- •Manage private dining room experiences for parties of 8–20, achieving 100% rebooking rate for corporate account events
Server
Mar 2019 – Jun 2022
The Modern (MoMA) · New York, NY
- •Served in a 1-Michelin-star fine dining room adjacent to MoMA, specializing in prix fixe dinner service for 60+ covers
- •Completed WSET Level 2 Award in Wines in 2020, enhancing wine pairing recommendation quality for guests
Tips for your Server resume
Fine dining servers should name the Michelin stars and restaurant prestige explicitly — it's the most efficient way to communicate caliber to hiring managers. WSET or Cicerone certifications, private dining experience, and floor leadership signal readiness for captain or floor manager roles.
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