Abigail Ray
Cheney,WA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with experience at Subtle Approach Catering, excelling in customer service and leadership. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences through attentive communication and effective conflict resolution. Skilled in food safety compliance and training staff, fostering a knowledgeable team environment while maintaining high standards of service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Server
Subtle Approach Catering
Tukwila, WA
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated setup of banquet tables, linens, and service stations, ensuring readiness for catered events.
- Served plated meals and passed trays during client receptions.
- Refilled buffet stations and beverage areas throughout events.
- Addressed guest requests with attentive, professional communication and enhancing overall guest experience.
- Cleared dining areas and reset spaces for next service.
- Trained new front-of-house staff on service techniques and procedures, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
- Maintained food safety compliance and supported safe working conditions.
Babysitter/House Sitter
Self-employeed
Gig Harbor, Washington
08.2022 - Current
- Supervised children during play, meals, bedtime, and daily routines.
- Monitored private residences, ensuring safe and secure living spaces.
- Collected mail, packages, and newspapers for private homeowners.
- Watered plants and maintained indoor and outdoor household care.
- Fed pets and followed daily routines for household animals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gig Harbor High School
Gig Harbor, WA06-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA09-2026
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WASkills
- Event coordination
- Event setup
- Customer service
- Guest engagement
- Dining etiquette
- Attention to detail
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership qualities
- Flexibility
- Punctuality
- Case documentation
EXTRACURRICULAR
- High School Band:
- Concert Clarinet Fall 2019 — Spring 2026
- Jazz Saxophonist Fall 2020 — Spring 2025
- Band Council Representative:
- Outstanding Leadership Award 2022 — 2024
- Gig Harbor High-School KeyClub:
- Webmaster: Fall 2023 — Spring 2026
- Vice President Fall 2025 — Spring 2026
- Goodman Middle School High-School Drama Leader:
- Lights Lead: Fall 2022 — Fall 2024
- Front of House Lead: Fall 2024 — Spring 2026
- Marketing Lead: Spring 2025
Timeline
Front of House Server
Subtle Approach Catering
09.2024 - Current
Babysitter/House Sitter
Self-employeed
08.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Gig Harbor High School
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern Washington University
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Tacoma Community College