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Alana Newton

Great Falls,VA

Summary

Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, has a clear understanding of different tasks and training. Created a website and is an entrepreneur of Dreamcakes by Alana, knowledgeable in content creation for Powerpoint and Instagram. Accomplished lifeguard with experience in lifeguard operations and swim instruction. Experience in serving at Lifetime Fitness Cafe. Social Media Manager for Life Anchored Coaching. Diligent and responsible, looking to leverage diverse skills in a challenging new position. Very engaging with all ages of people, comfortable and good conversation with all people, as well as outgoing. Experienced in international travel and adaptable to new situations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Media Manager

Life Anchored Coaching
05.2023 - Current
  • Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing effective social media strategies.
  • Developed targeted advertising campaigns, driving website traffic and generating leads.
  • Monitored social media trends and emerging platforms, adopting new strategies to stay ahead of competition.
  • Created comprehensive reports on social media performance, presenting data-driven insights to stakeholders.
  • Created content for digital study skills course consisting of 8 classes using Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Managing Instagram and Facebook account for Life Anchored Coaching.

Entrepreneur

Dreamcakes By Alana
02.2016 - Current
  • Enhanced online presence with well-designed website
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining clean, organized workspace.
  • Developed creative seasonal recipes, attracting new customers and increasing bakery sales.
  • Enhanced product appeal by designing creative and visually captivating content
  • Created financial plans and budgets to optimize resources, track expenses, and ensure profitability.

Server

Life Time
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Maintained clean and orderly dining area for enjoyable guest experience.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Playa Bowls Barista

Playa Bowls
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Took customer orders and accurately processed in system.
  • Explained product details to share ingredients, allergens or preparation methods.
  • Cut, diced, and chopped fresh ingredients and toppings for smoothies.
  • Prepared and served juices and blended drinks.
  • Replenished ingredients, moving from cold or frozen storage to preparation area.
  • Followed health, safety, and sanitation guidelines with proper handwashing, food storage, and sanitization.

Hostess

The Old Brogue
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
  • Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.

Lifeguard

Reston Community Center
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, including storms and rip currents.
  • Saved 2 individuals from distress and operated first aid on 1 individual while following protocol
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting all pool patrons with courtesy and resolving any issues promptly and with positive attitude.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing

Northern Virginia Community College
Loudoun, VA

High School Diploma -

Langley High School
Mclean, VA
05.2022

Skills

  • Adaptive and creative
  • Team Bonding
  • Cultural awareness
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Food Serving and Preparation
  • Guest Engagement
  • Sales Techniques
  • Content Creation
  • Photo and Video Editing
  • Media Kit Creation
  • Content scheduling

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • Bloodborne Pathogens Training


Hobbies

  • Surfing
  • Traveling
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Playing piano

Timeline

Social Media Manager

Life Anchored Coaching
05.2023 - Current

Server

Life Time
10.2022 - 10.2023

Playa Bowls Barista

Playa Bowls
02.2022 - 07.2022

Hostess

The Old Brogue
08.2021 - 03.2022

Lifeguard

Reston Community Center
01.2021 - 09.2021

Entrepreneur

Dreamcakes By Alana
02.2016 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing

Northern Virginia Community College

High School Diploma -

Langley High School
Alana Newton