Kaylee Dereu

Friendly, dependable, and hardworking restaurant professional with several years of experience in serving, hosting, food running, and takeout operations. Skilled at providing attentive customer service, accurately taking orders, working efficiently in fast-paced environments, and creating a positive guest experience. Comfortable multitasking while maintaining a welcoming and professional attitude.

Reliable team player with strong communication skills and a proven ability to stay organized during busy shifts.

Server | Host | Food Runner - BEACH BREAK CAFE - Oceanside, CA

(2022-11)

• Provide friendly, attentive service while creating a welcoming experience for guests.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders and communicate them clearly to the kitchen.
• Check on guests throughout their meals and respond promptly to requests.
• Answer questions about menu items and make recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Deliver food and beverages quickly and accurately while ensuring guests have everything they need.
• Process customer payments and handle cash accurately.
• Manage multiple tables and priorities while maintaining quality service during busy shifts.
• Assist with seating guests, managing wait times, and maintaining an organized host stand.
• Answer phone calls and handle takeout orders while continuing to assist dine-in guests.
• Maintain clean, sanitized, and organized tables and dining areas.
• Work closely with servers, hosts, kitchen staff, and management to ensure smooth service.

To-Go | Host | Busser | Food Runner - CHILI'S - Escondido, CA

(2020-02 - 2021-08)

• Delivered friendly and efficient service in a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Greeted guests, managed seating, and provided accurate wait-time estimates.
• Took in-person and phone orders and ensured takeout orders were accurate and complete.
• Prepared and packaged takeout orders for guests.
• Delivered food and beverages promptly while ensuring orders were correct.
• Assisted servers and other team members during busy shifts to keep service running efficiently.
• Maintained clean and organized dining areas throughout each shift.
• Communicated effectively with guests and coworkers to quickly resolve requests and keep service moving.

Host | To-Go - ROMANO'S MACARONI GRILL - Escondido, CA

(2019-07 - 2019-12)

• Welcomed guests and provided friendly, professional customer service.
• Managed guest seating and communicated wait times.
• Took and prepared takeout orders both in person and over the phone.
• Verified orders for accuracy before providing them to guests.
• Maintained a clean and organized front-of-house environment.
• Assisted the restaurant team during busy periods to ensure efficient service.

Medical Office Intern - ROBERT KEARNEY, MD - San Diego, CA

(2021-10 - 2025-12)

• Developed strong communication, organization, and customer-service skills while working directly with patients and staff.
• Managed phone calls, charting, and administrative responsibilities in a professional environment.
• Assisted with patient check-in/check-out and helped ensure patients felt comfortable and welcomed.
• Maintained clean and organized rooms and supported staff with daily operational needs.

Nanny - PRIVATE FAMILY - Rancho Santa Fe, CA

(2020-01 - 2022-12)

• Demonstrated reliability, patience, organization, and strong communication while caring for two children.
• Managed multiple responsibilities while maintaining a safe and organized environment.
• Assisted with meals, household organization, tutoring, and daily routines.

Bachelor's Degree - Psychology - California State University San Marcos

Associate Degree - Mathematics and Science - Palomar College