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Dear__________________:

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a (INSERT TITLE OF TARGET POSITION) capacity and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my qualifications include 35+ years in restaurant / bar operations. I have applied my skills and knowledge toward attracting new clientele, delivering excellent service and rapidly resolving issues. To complement this background, I possess top notch leadership abilities, critical to building and coaching high performance teams.

As an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

         Over 35 years of experience providing excellent customer service in fast paced restaurants capable of servicing 300+ guests.

         Possesses strong communication skills, key to leading high performance serving teams and cultivating positive relationships with patrons.

         Skilled in designing effective promotional campaigns to continually attract new clientele and increase overall company sales.

         Demonstrated ability to utilize liquor and culinary expertise to make knowledge based recommendations.

         Deliver quality customer service; form positive relationships, rapidly fulfill needs and promote repeat business.

         Contribute extensively to team building; successfully interview, hire and train team members.

         Conduct in depth training, focused heavily on the importance of providing top notch service.

         Develop catering and in-house menus, as well as highly successful promotional campaigns to drive restaurant revenue.

         Facilitate catering initiatives for events including weddings, funerals and corporate parties.

         Leverage culinary expertise to creative popular and creative menu items to appeal to a wide variety of patrons.

Kemper Sports / Hickory Sticks Golf, Lewiston, NY; Sous Chef 2015-Present

Chabad House, Amherst, NY; Food Director 1984-Present

Alt Fine Foods, Buffalo, NY; Caterer 1992-Present

YMCA Lockport, Lockport, NY; Food Service Manager 2014

Drifters Bar & Grill, Kenmore, NY; General Manager 2009-2011

Miners Ten / Sutters Saloon, Amherst, NY; Restaurant Manager / Cook 1982-1998

Swiss Chalet, Buffalo, NY / Columbus, OH; Home Office Manager / Cook 1979-1984

Sisters Hospital Dietary Department, Buffalo, NY; Cook 1972-1978

ServSafe Certification

Betty Crocker Award Winner

Coursework Completed, Canisius College, Buffalo, NY

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Dear _______________________________:

I would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting (TITLE OF POSITION APPLYING FOR) position currently available with your company. Having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, I am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving your goals.

As discussed, my background should translate to dynamic results as a member of your team. In particular, I believe you will find my expertise in (ADDRESS A FEW SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/ACHIEVEMENTS RELEVANT TO THE POSITION WHICH YOU DISCUSSED DURING THE INTERVEIW) vital to your immediate and long-term objectives.

Should you have any additional questions, or to further discuss this opportunity, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience. Again, thank you for the enlightening interview. I look forward to your response and am eager to contribute to your success.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy