Alaina Newell

Looking to serve in an elevated space that ensures quality in every step of service to my guests! Cross-trained in numerous positions in a restaurant, but I love interacting with guests the most.

Barista/Food Steward at Le Bon Nosh (2026-07 – Present)

• Served food as it arrived and refilled glasses, delivered food items in a professional and timely manner
• Running of side work including dishes, roll ups of silverware, beverage cups and wipe down of stations.

Server at Gris-Gris (2024-03 – 2025-06)

• Maintained detailed knowledge of menu items and ingredients to drive sales.
• Served food as it arrived and refilled glasses, delivered food items in a professional and timely manner
• Running of side work including dishes, roll ups of silverware, beverage cups and wipe down of stations.

Server/Barista at Phoebe's Restaurant and Coffee Lounge (2023-08 – 2024-02)

• Ability to multitask, use POS System efficiently, and restock when needed.
• Prepared and served drinks in accordance with health codes and café standards.
• Maintained detailed knowledge of menu items and ingredients to drive sales.

Food runner/Host/Event Server/Bar Prep at Jack Rose (Q.E.D. Hospitality) (2022-12 – 2023-07)

• Worked with restaurant staff to achieve and improve upon high level customer satisfaction.
• Coordinated all activities of dining room personnel to ensure prompt and courteous service to customers.
• Prepared syrups and garnishes for cocktails made by bartenders in Hot Tin and Bayou Bar.
• Completed end-of-shift cleaning duties to maximize dining area cleanliness

Barista/Server/Counter Service at Silver Whistle (Q.E.D. Hospitality) (2022-06 – 2023-03)

• Assisted management team to restructure breakfast menu to promote foods with the highest margin
• Trained new hires on the floor and on the espresso bar.
• Worked morning catering events.
• Prepared and cleaned brewing brewing equipment, accessories, and supplies.