Alejandra Brito
Stamford,Connecticut
Summary
Detail-oriented and reliable individual with proven customer service and problem-solving skills. Experienced in fast-paced environments, ensuring high-quality service and efficient operations. Adept at learning new tasks quickly and contributing positively to team dynamics. Seeking to leverage these abilities in an entry-level role to drive success and growth for a forward-thinking company.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Civic Ambassador
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated and facilitated voter registration initiatives, increasing student participation in campus civic engagement activities.
- Conducted engaging workshops and discussions on civic participation, highlighting the significance of voting and involvement in local government.
- Collaborated with campus organizations to host events focused on social justice, democracy, and community service.
- Distributed educational materials, including Constitutions and voter information guides, among students and faculty.
- Generated and managed civic resource QR codes for easy online voter information accessibility by students.
- Facilitated communication between student organizations and local community leaders to foster collaboration.
Pool Side Café
Greenwich Country Club
Greenwich, CT
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Food and Beverage Service: Efficiently prepared and served a variety of menu items, ensuring customer satisfaction through attention to detail and prompt service.
- Monitor stock levels and replenish supplies as needed.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills while interacting with guests at all times.
- Performed setting up, breaking down stations properly; cleaning surfaces; organizing storage areas; checking stock levels; disposing of trash.
- Address and resolve guest concerns or complaints with a solution-oriented approach.
Lifeguard
Chelsea Piers Connecticut LLC
Stamford, CT
02.2022 - Current
- Red Cross-certified Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid.
- Ensured guest safety by executing emergency rescues and providing first aid, demonstrating quick thinking and reliability.
- Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
- Cautioned swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.
- Assisted with swim lessons for guests and members of the facility.
- Complied with pool policies and procedures, and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
Receptionist Volunteer
Person-to-Person
Stamford, CT
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Collected and registered personal information of food recipients, including name, contact information, household demographics, and occupation information.
- Welcomed customers with a friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered the nature of the visit, and directed them.
- Distributed vouchers to recipients to use toward food and resale shop products.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
- Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints, providing timely and appropriate solutions.
Food Pantry Volunteer
Person-to-Person
Stamford, CT
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Streamlined the food package assembly process, enhancing distribution efficiency and community service impact.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create efficient sorting and distribution processes.
- Sorted and organized donations of canned goods, non-perishable food, and other items.
- Inventoried donated food items to ensure accuracy of records.
- Collaborated with community organizations to coordinate outreach activities related to the pantry's mission statement.
- Assisted in packing bags of groceries for clients prior to distribution.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations
University of Rhode Island
true05.2027
High School Diploma -
Westhill High School
Stamford, CT06-2023
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Bilingual
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Issue Resolution
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Policy analysis
- Decision-Making
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Customer Satisfaction
Affiliations
- Spent summer actively supporting Chris Peritore’s campaign for State Representative in Connecticut's 135th District. Engaged in variety of campaign activities, including voter outreach, canvassing, and community engagement to promote the candidate’s platform as well as increase awareness across the district.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Civic Ambassador
University of Rhode Island
09.2024 - Current
Pool Side Café
Greenwich Country Club
06.2024 - 08.2024
Receptionist Volunteer
Person-to-Person
06.2022 - 09.2022
Food Pantry Volunteer
Person-to-Person
06.2022 - 09.2022
Lifeguard
Chelsea Piers Connecticut LLC
02.2022 - Current
Master of Arts - International Relations
University of Rhode Island
High School Diploma -
Westhill High School