Kristina Newcomb

I have worked in the Hospitality and Restaurant industry for over 15 years. I have managed teams and event staff. I love what I do!

Head Server/ Barista

Brio Italian Restaurant - Fair Oaks, VA

November 2022 to May 2023

• Prepare restaurant tables with special attention to sanitation and order
• Attend to customers upon entrance
• Present restaurant menus and help customers select food/beverages
• Take and serve orders
• Answer questions or make recommendations for complementary products
• Collaborate with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff
• Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude
• Issue bills and accept payment

Sales Manager

Funland of Fairfax - Fairfax, VA

June 2020 to November 2022

• Receive and finalize contracts within the sales system and assist with collection of event deposits and payments.
• Lead contact for clients and in charge of providing great customer support
• Assist with making reservations for 100 plus attendees
• Assist in maintaining event archives.
• Take incoming sales calls while taking down important information and referring the Guest’s needs
• Assist in executing local marketing plans, under the direction of the GM
• Meet with clients and book events up to $1,000 in revenue
• In charge of payroll for the Sales department
• In charge of setting weekly, monthly and quarterly sales goals while reaching and maintaining them
• Marketing and creating prospecting collateral to advertise
• Collaborated with the Director of Sales for new packages and specials

I have a degree in Hospitality Management.