Abigail Datson
Canton,MI
Summary
Dean’s List student at Michigan State University pursuing a B.A. in Political Science (Pre-Law) with a Business minor. Experienced leader in fast-paced service and retail environments with strengths in customer relations, training, operations, and sales growth. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and effective in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender / Waitress
Shakers Bar & Grill
Canton, MI
08.2024 - Current
- Deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced environment serving up to 50 guests per shift
- Utilize Toast POS to process orders accurately and efficiently
- Train and mentor 5+ new staff members on service standards and operational procedures
- Increase wine sales through strategic upselling and customer engagement
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to guests.
- Handled cash transactions accurately while managing the bar register.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Trained new staff on bar procedures and customer service standards.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Assist with special event coordination and peak-hour service flow
- Collaborate with management, kitchen, bar, and marketing teams
- Earned multiple perfect customer ratings on Yelp and Google
In-Home Nanny
Multiple Families
Canton, MI
06.2022 - Current
- Provided childcare for children ages 1–12 in a safe and structured environment
- Coordinated schedules, extracurricular activities, and daily routines
- Communicated consistently with parents to ensure alignment with expectations
- CPR and First Aid trained
- Assisted with homework and other school-related tasks as needed.
- Read books aloud to promote language development skills and imagination growth.
- Engaged in outdoor recreational activities with the children such as trips to the park or beach.
Store Manager
Primealete Nutrition
Canton, MI
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed daily store operations including inventory and visual merchandising
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Boosted sales revenue by $10,000 through customer engagement and product education
- Designed window displays and promotional layouts to increase foot traffic
- Developed local partnerships to enhance community presence and brand visibility
- Monitored real-time sales data to inform staffing and inventory decisions
- Negotiated and resolved customer concerns professionally and efficiently
Store Cleaner
Vanity Salon
Plymouth, MI
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained sanitation standards by sterilizing high-touch areas after hours
- Restocked paper towels, toilet paper, and soap dispensers in restrooms frequently.
- Enhanced display cleanliness to improve client experience
- Contributed to a cleaner, safer work environment that improved staff satisfaction
- Organized supplies and equipment for efficient workflow.
- Performed routine cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Assisted with minor maintenance duties like changing light bulbs or replacing broken fixtures as needed.
- Restocked paper towels, toilet paper, soap dispensers in restrooms frequently.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science Pre-Law
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2028
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
Canton, MI05-2024
Skills
- Critical thinking and research analysis
- Legal writing
- Customer service and support
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Staff training and development
- Hospitality management
- Professional demeanor
- Outgoing personality traits
- Event coordination
Timeline
Bartender / Waitress
Shakers Bar & Grill
08.2024 - Current
Store Manager
Primealete Nutrition
07.2023 - 07.2024
Store Cleaner
Vanity Salon
12.2022 - 04.2023
In-Home Nanny
Multiple Families
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science Pre-Law
Michigan State University
High School Diploma -
Canton High School