Lawrence Wasson
Nashville
Summary
Experienced hospitality professional with over 10 years in upscale, high-volume dining. Delivers exceptional guest experiences, manages multi-course service, and coordinates effectively with fast-paced teams. Knowledgeable in wine, spirits, POS systems, and fine dining standards. TABC and Food Handler certified.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server Assistant
House of Cards
Nashville, TN
05.2026 - Current
- Support service execution in a high-volume upscale dining and entertainment venue serving hundreds of guests nightly.
- Assisted servers with food delivery, table maintenance, guest requests, beverage service, and dining room organization to enhance guest experiences.
- Maintained exceptional service standards while collaborating with servers, bartenders, and management in a fast-paced environment, ensuring smooth service.
- Consistently prioritize urgency, communication, and attention to detail to ensure seamless service.
- Develop extensive knowledge of fine dining service procedures, menu offerings, wine, cocktails, and guest experience standards.
- Completed training for server position in a high-volume dining environment. by showcasing a commitment to guest-focused service and professionalism.
Server
Sixty Vines
Nashville, TN
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Managed high-volume sections in fast-paced, wine-focused dining environment, ensuring speed, accuracy, and elevated service standards for optimal guest experience
- Developed extensive knowledge of 60+ rotating tap wines and menu offerings, providing pairing recommendations to enhance guest experience
- Delivered precise multi-course timing and polished hospitality, enhancing guest satisfaction and ensuring memorable dining experiences
- Coordinated communication with food runners, bartenders, and kitchen staff during peak periods, facilitating smooth service flow and timely delivery
Server
Butter Milk Ranch
Nashville, TN
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Developed guest relationships that fostered repeat business and enhanced customer loyalty
- Coordinated with kitchen and bar teams to deliver accurate, timely service during peak shifts
- Addressed guest concerns professionally, ensuring positive dining experiences
- Supported private events through setup, pacing, and attentive service execution
Upscale Server
Rendezvous
Asheville, NC
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Performed tableside wine service including vintage presentation, decanting, and pairing recommendations for a high-PPA menu
- Executed polished service in upscale dining environment, ensuring precise course delivery and attentive hospitality for enhanced guest experience
- Coordinated front-of-house operations during busy shifts, maintaining seamless service flow to optimize customer satisfaction
- Led training sessions for new staff on service standards and POS operations, fostering consistent service quality and efficiency new staff on service standards and POS operations
Restaurant Manager
Huli Sues BBQ and Grill
Asheville, NC
05.2021 - 09.2023
- Oversaw front and back of house operations in high-volume restaurant, ensuring smooth service and operational efficiency
- Oversaw hiring, training, scheduling, and daily staff supervision
- Enhanced guest relations and resolved operational issues, contributing to sustained high levels of customer satisfaction
- Coordinated inventory management, ordering, budgeting, and cost controls to optimize operational efficiency
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
Operations Manager
Superfood Snacks
Troy, MI
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Streamlined workflow systems to enhance operational efficiency across multiple business areas
- Oversaw daily operations including staffing, scheduling, inventory management, and budgeting
- Oversaw employee training and coordinated team performance in a fast-paced environment
- Coordinated employee training and managed team performance in a fast-paced environment.
Restaurant Manager
GreenSpace Cafe
Ferndale, MI
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Led staff training and performance management initiatives to enhance team skills and service quality
- Managed daily operations for team of 20+ front and back of house employees, ensuring seamless service and collaboration
- Maintained service standards, regulatory compliance, and strong guest satisfaction
- Oversaw inventory and ordering processes, tracking financials to ensure optimal stock levels and budget adherence
Server/Shift Supervisor
Cracker Barrel/Green Sage Cafe
Asheville, NC
03.2016 - 03.2019
- Coordinated team operations by delivering attentive guest service and ensuring order accuracy during busy periods
- Trained new hires on service standards and best practices during peak shifts to ensure consistent guest experiences
- Developed foundational hospitality and leadership skills in high-volume restaurant environments
- Gained broad front-of-house experience in fast-paced casual dining settings
Administrative Specialist
United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, NC
12.2010 - 01.2015
- Coordinated travel systems and maintained confidential administrative records, ensuring accuracy and professionalism
- Trained personnel in technical and procedural standards, enhancing operational readiness
- Trained and instructed personnel in technical and procedural standards
- Supervised personnel, ensuring compliance with safety and operational protocols in high-pressure environments
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwest Guilford High School
Greensboro, NCSkills
- Beverage service
- Serving
- Guest services
- Food service experience
- Food handling
- Food safety
- Safe food handling
- Cash handling
- POS
- Order management
- Restaurant operations
- Restaurant Experience
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Clean standards
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Willing to learn
- Trustworthy character
- Friendly demeanor
- Leadership
- Process Improvement
- Food industry
- Mobile devices
- Budgeting
- Restaurant management
- Order management
Accomplishments
- Two Meritorious Promotions, United States Marine Corps
- 10+ Years Hospitality Experience
- Extensive training in communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal effectiveness
- TABC & Food Handler Certified
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- TABC Certification June 2024 to June 2029
- Tennessee Alcohol Permit
- Non-CDL Class C
- Driver's License
Timeline
Server Assistant
House of Cards
05.2026 - Current
Server
Sixty Vines
01.2026 - 05.2026
Server
Butter Milk Ranch
05.2024 - 08.2025
Upscale Server
Rendezvous
07.2023 - 05.2024
Restaurant Manager
Huli Sues BBQ and Grill
05.2021 - 09.2023
Restaurant Manager
GreenSpace Cafe
04.2019 - 02.2020
Operations Manager
Superfood Snacks
01.2019 - 04.2021
Server/Shift Supervisor
Cracker Barrel/Green Sage Cafe
03.2016 - 03.2019
Administrative Specialist
United States Marine Corps
12.2010 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Northwest Guilford High School
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer