Sara EL Otmani

Hospitality professional with multi-year experience delivering warm, polished service in high-volume Marriott restaurant and banquet settings. Twice recognized with the "Spirit of Serving" award for guest care. Skilled across American, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Moroccan cuisine, with a passion for fresh, flavorful food and a guest-first approach.

Restaurant & Banquet Server at Orlando Airport Marriott Lakeside (2022-01 – Present)

• Delivered attentive guest service, taking orders and processing checkout for restaurant and banquet guests.
• Set up and reset dining and banquet spaces; brewed fresh coffee and maintained service stations through every shift.
• Coordinated with cooks and chefs to ensure correct portions, freshness, and on-time delivery to every table.

Restaurant & Banquet Server at Grande Dunes Marriott Resort (2023-01 – 2024-01)

Served restaurant and banquet guests in a busy resort before transferring to the Orlando Marriott.

• Maintained clean, well-stocked service areas and supported smooth front-of-house operations.
• Brewed fresh coffee, set up tables, and kept service running on time during peak resort periods.

Home Culinary Business Owner at Self-Employed (2017-01 – 2022-01)

Launched and ran a home-based culinary business, preparing and selling fresh pastries and made-to-order meals.

• Developed seasonal pastry and dessert offerings, managing recipes, costing, and quality from kitchen to customer.
• Built a loyal local customer base through word of mouth, repeat orders, and consistent, high-quality food.

Assistant Manager at Eagles Beachwear Inc. (2014-01 – 2017-01)

• Oversaw daily store operations, including sales, stock, and overall running of the business.
• Supervised staff and supported scheduling, opening, and closing procedures.
• Delivered attentive customer service and resolved guest needs to keep the store running smoothly.