Common restaurant problems include a food error, either by the kitchen or the server, or long ticket times. It is my job to accommodate for each issue and make the guest happy. This has taught me to be patient and understanding with other people and work under stressful situations. Multitasking is your best friend as a server. Each server has several tables at a time and it is their job to prioritize and strategize to give the most efficient service. A great tool to use is making strong relationships with coworkers and working as a team. Working in a restaurant teaches an individual how to be a team player. It takes several hands to properly run a restaurant. One of the greatest attributes I have gained from my experience as a waitress is a strong work ethic. Working 12-hour shifts without a break or food builds character. It has taught me to put my needs aside and get the job done. Overall
I feel blessed for my time working in a restaurant. It has given me financial security throughout high school and college and taught me life lessons that have molded me into the well-rounded individual I am