Addison Watson
Belleville,IL
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience caring for children of all ages. Skilled in creating safe and nurturing environments, adept at communication and organization, and equipped with strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
Bennie’s Pizza Pub
Belleville, IL
09.2026 - Current
- Maintained clean workstations following restaurant sanitation and food safety standards.
- Handled customer orders with accuracy during dine-in, takeout, and delivery rushes.
- Checked dough, sauces, and toppings for freshness before production shifts.
- Handled customer orders in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy of order.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment.
- Crafted pizzas using proper amount of dough and quantities of toppings according to specifications.
- Communicated with customer to provide menu offering details and assist with decision-making.
Retail Sales Associate
Dollar General
Belleville, IL
08.2025 - 08.2026
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Assisted customers with product questions and store directions at Dollar General.
- Operated cash register and processed sales transactions accurately.
- Stocked shelves and replenished merchandise throughout sales floor.
- Unloaded freight and sorted incoming inventory for restocking.
- Recovered aisles and organized products to maintain store appearance.
- Cleaned sales floor and maintained safe, organized checkout areas.
Fish Stand Employee
Otts Tavern
Millstadt, Illinois
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Operated grills, fryers, ovens, and stovetops during daily meal periods.
- Monitored food temperatures and followed kitchen safety and sanitation procedures.
- Cleaned workstations, equipment, and utensils after food service shifts.
- Assembled ingredients and plated meals according to food service presentation standards.
- Processed customer payments at checkout using cash registers and card readers.
- Maintained clean checkout area and organized front-end supplies.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Education
Associate of Science - Civil Engineering
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL 08.2025 - 10.2026
Belleville Township High School West
Belleville, ILSkills
- Following directions
- Time management
- Clear communication
- Professionalism and discretion
- Strong work ethic
- Critical thinking
- Basic first aid
- Interpersonal skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Patience and empathy
- Childcare
- Toddler care experience
- Positive and professional
Accomplishments
- Colorguard Captain - senior year
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude
- 4.75 GPA
- High Honor Roll - all 4 years
- Girl Scout Bronze Award Recipient
- Girl Scout Silver Award Recipient
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
Bennie’s Pizza Pub
09.2026 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Dollar General
08.2025 - 08.2026
Associate of Science - Civil Engineering
Southwestern Illinois College
08.2025 - 10.2026
Fish Stand Employee
Otts Tavern
01.2024 - 06.2024
Belleville Township High School West