[YOUR FULL NAME] [City, State] | [Phone Number] | [Email Address] PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Refined fine dining server with [X] years of experience in upscale establishments. Expert in formal service techniques, extensive wine knowledge, and creating exceptional guest experiences. Proven ability to serve discerning clientele, handle VIP guests with discretion, and maintain impeccable service standards. Skilled in wine pairing, tableside preparation, and multi-course menu execution. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Fine Dining Server | [Upscale Restaurant Name] | [City, State] | [Month Year - Present/Month Year] - Provide refined service to [number]+ guests per evening in [price point/type - e.g., "$150+ per person French fine dining establishment"], maintaining [X.X]/5 guest satisfaction rating - Execute flawless service for [number]-course tasting menus, coordinating precise timing and presentation across multiple tables - Demonstrate extensive knowledge of [number]-selection wine list, successfully pairing wines with menu items and achieving [percentage]% wine attachment rate - Increased average check size by [$amount/percentage] through thoughtful recommendations and elevated guest experiences, contributing [$amount] additional monthly revenue - Manage intimate [number]-table section with meticulous attention to detail, anticipating guest needs and maintaining elegant service flow - Serve VIP guests and special occasions with discretion and professionalism, earning [number]+ personal guest requests monthly - Perform tableside preparations including [specific techniques - e.g., "Caesar salad preparation, bananas foster, wine decanting"] with precision and showmanship - Collaborate seamlessly with sommelier, kitchen brigade, and service team to deliver cohesive luxury dining experiences - Mentor [number] junior servers in formal service standards, wine service, and fine dining etiquette Senior Server | [Previous Fine Dining Restaurant] | [City, State] | [Month Year - Month Year] - Delivered impeccable service in [price point/type] establishment, consistently earning recognition for service excellence and guest satisfaction - Maintained comprehensive knowledge of seasonal menu including sourcing, preparation techniques, and ingredient origins for [number]+ menu items - Achieved [percentage]% success rate in wine recommendations and pairings, enhancing guest experiences and increasing beverage revenue by [$amount] - Coordinated service for private dining events serving [number]+ guests, ensuring flawless execution of multi-course meals - Trained new servers on proper table settings, service sequence, guest interaction protocols, and wine service techniques - Handled guest feedback with professionalism, resolving concerns to maintain restaurant's reputation for excellence Server | [Earlier Fine Dining Position] | [City, State] | [Month Year - Month Year] - [Achievement demonstrating fine dining service excellence] - [Achievement showing wine knowledge or guest satisfaction] - [Achievement highlighting formal service skills] SPECIALIZED SKILLS Wine & Beverage: Extensive wine knowledge ([regions/varieties you know]), proper wine service and decanting, cocktail and spirits knowledge, beverage pairing recommendations Fine Dining Service: French service techniques, proper table setting and silverware service, course timing and coordination, tableside preparations Guest Relations: VIP and celebrity guest service, reading guest preferences, anticipatory service, discretion and professionalism Menu Expertise: Ingredient sourcing knowledge, preparation technique descriptions, allergen and dietary accommodation, seasonal menu familiarity Technical: [High-end POS systems], reservation management (OpenTable, Resy), private dining coordination CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING Certified Sommelier Level [I/II/III] | [Court of Master Sommeliers/WSET] | [Month, Year] ServSafe Food Handler | Valid through [Month, Year] TIPS Certified (Advanced Alcohol Service) | Valid through [Month, Year] [Other wine/hospitality certifications] | [Organization] | [Month, Year] EDUCATION [Degree if applicable] | [Institution] | [Graduation Year] [Culinary/Hospitality Education if applicable] | [Institution] | [Year] NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS - Served at [prestigious events/restaurants] including [specific examples] - Maintained [percentage]% guest satisfaction rating over [time period] - Personally requested by [number]+ regular guests monthly - Recognized as [specific award/recognition] for service excellence - Generated average check size of [$amount] through elevated service and recommendations LANGUAGES (if applicable) [Language]: [Fluency level - Fluent/Conversational/Basic]