Adriana Richard
Saint John
Summary
Guest service professional with experience in hosting, reservations , and front of house support seeking to transition into new field. Proficient in customer service and coordinating reservations while maintaining welcoming atmosphere. Eager to bring these transferable skills to new professional setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Hostess
Carrabba's Restaurant
Schererville, IN
11.2025 - Current
- Greeted guests promptly, managed seating flow, and maintained an organized waiting area during peak service.
- Used a reservation system to confirm bookings, track table availability, and reduce seating delays.
- Answered phones professionally, handled reservations.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by supporting coworkers during peak hours or when understaffed.
- Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
- Trained new hostess staff members.
- Coordinated large party bookings both on the phone and in-person
Food Runner
Deep River Water Park
Merrillville, IN
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Delivered prepared food orders promptly to guests
- Maintained clean, sanitary service areas while following food safety and park service standards.
- Prepared food to be made.
Hostess
Tiebels Restuarant
Schererville, IN
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Greeted guests promptly and managed seating flow to maintain smooth front-of-house operations.
- Coordinated waitlist entries and table assignments using a reservation system for accurate guest placement.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions.
- Supported opening and closing host duties, including organized host stand setup and cleanup.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout the dining experience.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Trained new hostesses
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business
Ivy Tech College
Crown Point, IN05-2028
High School Diploma -
Lake Central High School
St John, IN05-2026
Skills
- Reservation handling
- Multitasking capabilities
- Greeting guests
- Reservation management
- Customer service
- Strong multitasking
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess
Carrabba's Restaurant
11.2025 - Current
Food Runner
Deep River Water Park
06.2025 - 09.2025
Hostess
Tiebels Restuarant
11.2023 - 01.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Business
Ivy Tech College
High School Diploma -
Lake Central High School