Alicia Larkin
Philadelphia,Pennsylvania
Summary
Talented in multiple areas from chopping ingredients to proper food storage. Knowledgeable in safe food handling. Passionate Teaching Assistant offering 5+ years background working with students at elementary and middle school levels. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Preparation Worker
Lincoln Financial Field
Philadelphia, PA
05.2022 - Current
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized and sufficiently stocked.
- Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
- Checked over 200 daily IDs to verify ages and uphold PA liquor laws
Host
Live Casino
Philadelphia, PA
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests. With party groups of 20+.
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking
- Checked and restocked server areas and organized and got change for front counter.
- Watched dining area staff to evaluate server loads and calculate accurate wait times
Event Hostess
City Winery
Philadelphia, PA
09.2018 - 11.2021
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
- Seated patrons based on guest preferences and seating availability.
Teacher's Aide Volunteer
Henry H. Houston Elementary School
Philadelphia, PA
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
Teacher's Aide
Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
01.2016 - 09.2018
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of [15+] children.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Christiana High School
Newark, DE05.2012
Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self-Motivated
- Behavior Management
- Classroom inventory management
Timeline
Food Preparation Worker
Lincoln Financial Field
05.2022 - Current
Host
Live Casino
08.2021 - 01.2022
Teacher's Aide Volunteer
Henry H. Houston Elementary School
01.2019 - 09.2020
Event Hostess
City Winery
09.2018 - 11.2021
Teacher's Aide
Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School
01.2016 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Christiana High School