Emerson Hinkle

Personable and dependable hospitality professional with over 2 years of combined restaurant experience in host, to-go, food running, expo, and bussing roles. Skilled at cash handling, training new team members, and building rapport with guests in fast-paced environments. Talkative, energetic, and comfortable multitasking during high-volume shifts. Recent high school graduate relocating to Washington and seeking a server or front-of-house position.

To-Go Specialist, Food Runner, Expo & Busser at Chili's (2025-03 – 2026-09)

• Rotated across to-go, food running, expo, and bussing roles, adapting quickly to whichever station needed support during busy shifts
• Handled cash and card transactions accurately for to-go orders, balancing drawers and processing payments with minimal errors
• Assisted in training new hires on to-go procedures, expo standards, and guest service expectations
• Communicated with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure food quality and timing met standards before reaching guests
• Maintained a clean, organized dining area and quickly reset tables to keep wait times low during peak hours

Host / To-Go at Texas Roadhouse (2024-11 – 2025-02)

• Greeted and seated guests, managed wait lists, and set the tone for guests' dining experience
• Prepared and handled to-go orders, including cash handling and order accuracy checks
• Communicated clearly with guests and coworkers in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant environment

Team Member at Fizz Soda Shop (2024-06 – 2024-10)

• Provided friendly, talkative customer service while preparing and serving drink orders
• Handled cash transactions and operated the point-of-sale system accurately
• Maintained a clean and organized workspace in a fast-paced retail environment

High School Diploma (2026)