Professional Job Experience
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Alexis Sophia Grace Gambs
Artist, Equestrian & Entrepreneur
Napa,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic and reliable professional who takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments.
Overview
8
5
Ranch Hand & Horse Training Experience
2
Art Teaching & Class Leading Experience
Work History
DriftKapaa, HI
Server/Banquet Bartender
10.2023 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
R Ranch at the Lake
HORSE TRAINER & ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR
06.2023 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Demonstrated expertise in training and caring for horses, including riding, tacking up and grooming
- Proficient in saddling, bridling, mounting, riding, and leading horses of all levels
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas
- Managed social media in order to bring people together and highlight events taking place
Amoura
DINING SERVER & BARTENDER
12.2022 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Provided excellent customer service, anticipating guests' needs and responding promptly to requests
- Greeted and seated customers in a friendly and professional manner
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods
- Delivered food items to the table in a timely manner with a pleasant attitude
- Assisted restaurant management with inventory control tasks such as counting stock items
- Ensured cleanliness of floors, chairs, tables, windowsills and other surfaces throughout shift.
Cowboy Trails
HORSE WRANGLER
10.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Experienced in leading trail rides along designated routes ensuring all riders' safety
- Exhibited advanced knowledge of equine nutrition and health care needs
- Proficient in saddling, bridling, mounting, riding, and leading horses
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision under pressure
- Able to work outdoors regardless of weather conditions for extended periods of time
- Instructed riders on proper riding techniques
- Competent at identifying potential hazards on the ranch or trail rides safely.
Pinot's Palette
ART INSTRUCTOR
02.2022 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Developed and implemented curriculums to teach various art techniques such as drawing, painting, sculpting, and printmaking to students of all ages
- Provided individualized instruction and guidance to each student based on their skill level and learning style
- Conducted classroom sessions, workshops and other educational programs to help students develop artistic skills
- Organized storage areas and controlled use of art materials, equipment and tools.
Paint the Town
ART INSTRUCTOR
06.2021 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Conducted classroom sessions, workshops and other educational programs to help students develop artistic skills
- Organized storage areas and controlled use of art materials, equipment and tools
- Developed and implemented curriculums to teach various art techniques such as drawing, painting, sculpting, and printmaking to students of all ages
- Maintained a safe environment conducive to learning by enforcing rules related to proper studio etiquette.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
MERCHANDISE SALES CLERK
12.2020 - 04.2021
Job overview
- Performed daily opening, closing duties such as counting register funds, setting up, breaking down display racks
- Operated cash registers efficiently to accurately calculate customer payments and issue correct change
- Built strong relationships with customers by effectively communicating needs and expectations
- Maintained accurate records of transactions, including sales receipts, credit card payments, and cash transactions
- Demonstrated knowledge of store merchandise by providing detailed product information to customers.
Ward Ranch
RANCH HAND, HORSE CARE & TRAINER
01.2018 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Taught ranch guests basic horse riding and care techniques
- Provided comprehensive care for horses including grooming, feeding, exercising, and medical attention as needed.
- Created innovative ways to teach animals new behaviors and tricks.
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
Generations Bradley Court
ASSISTANT ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR
08.2020 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Assisted in developing new ideas for activities based on participant feedback and interests
- Ensured all equipment used for activities were properly maintained according to safety standards
- Monitored activity areas daily to ensure cleanliness and organization were maintained.
Education
San Francisco State University
BACHELORS OF FINE ART
12.2018
Skills
- Detail orientated & organized
- Concept Creation in the Arts (Painting, Drawing, Textiles, Woodworking)
- Fine Dining Customer Service
- Lesson and Activity Planning
Timeline
Server/Banquet Bartender
Drift
10.2023 - 12.2023
HORSE TRAINER & ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR
R Ranch at the Lake
06.2023 - 09.2023
DINING SERVER & BARTENDER
Amoura
12.2022 - 04.2023
HORSE WRANGLER
Cowboy Trails
10.2022 - 12.2022
ART INSTRUCTOR
Pinot's Palette
02.2022 - 08.2022
ART INSTRUCTOR
Paint the Town
06.2021 - 02.2022
MERCHANDISE SALES CLERK
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
12.2020 - 04.2021
ASSISTANT ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR
Generations Bradley Court
08.2020 - 11.2020
RANCH HAND, HORSE CARE & TRAINER
Ward Ranch
01.2018 - 03.2021
San Francisco State University
BACHELORS OF FINE ART