Amanda Leon
Union City,NJ
Summary
To gain knowledge in a challenging business environment which will further my skills and continue to progress my business education, In addition to advance my education in specializing people's needs within the social environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress
Lokal Eatry and Bar
Jersey City
02.2022 - Current
- Greet/welcome new guests, suggest recommendations from dinner and drink menu, set table with plates, glass and silverware, pre-buss any unused dishes/glasses, maintain cleanliness of work area, course food items appropriately, maintain table appearance, handle and process guest payment.
Preschool teacher
Smart Start Academy
Hoboken
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Individual management of the students, preparing day by day lesson plans, developing and nurturing children's emotional, intellectual and social needs, maintaining cleanliness of the classroom, creating daily reports for parents.
Waitress
Spirit Lounge Bar and Restaurant
Edgewater
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Present menu and answer questions, take orders and make recommendations, Manage multiple table, paying close attention to cleanliness, issue bill and accept payment, Listen to customer needs with a positive outlook.
Hostess
Rustica Lounge and Bar
Cliffside Park
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Greet incoming and departing guests, Escort guests to assigned dining areas, Answer incoming calls, return calls, emails and provide appropriate service, Manage the flow of guests in the restaurant, party events; observant to guests needs.
Cashier/Barback
Taqueria Downtown
Jersey City
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Direct customers to the wait area, Take-out, Processed any credit card or cash payments, handle change distribution. Restocking beer fridge, Ice and glassware, Maintaining the premises clean, Backup support for bartenders.
Cashier/Greeter
Buffalo Wild Wings
Secaucus
07.2017 - 10.2019
- Ensure all guests are greeted, Maintained cleanliness of the entrance area and take out station, Accounted for all transactions, collection and disbursements, packed all food items and personally handed them to guests, Managed floor charts and seating arrangements.
Cashier/Barista
Panera Bread
Secaucus
07.2016 - 02.2019
- Greet customers in a courteous manner, handle large amounts of cash, Bag, box and wrap purchased items, Ensure Maintenance of counter area, Prepare customers drink and food item to their desire, Restocking missing item and inventory.
Medical Receptionist
Christ Hospital Medical Office
Jersey City
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Scan, sort, file, and update patients information into a computer system and folder, Set appointments for patients, Collect blood work, Processed medical insurance bill, Document voice calls and messages, Answer incoming calls and return missed calls, Sort mails and send updated charts to hospital.
Front Desk Receptionist
T.X.X. Service Inc.
Carlstadt
06.2014 - 10.2014
- Compiled, scan, sort and filed records and incoming receipts, Provide customer service, Handled phone calls and directed to designed supporters, operate basic office machines, updated system to complete daily tasks.
Education
Early childhood education - toddler services with special disabilities
New Jersey City University
01.2026
Business Associate - business administration
Hudson County Community College
03.2019
Diploma - Vocational - Technical / College- Preparation, Cooperative business education, Personal finance
Union City High School
Union City, NJ06.2016
Skills
- Bilingual
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Computer hardware and Software components
- Organized
- Dependable
- Detailed
- Responsible
- Administrative experience
- Time management
References
- Daniel C., Manager, Taqueria Downtown, (973) 420-4436
- Fazilet A., Owner, Rustica Lounge and Bar, (917) 805-4567
- Visar K., Manager, Rustica Lounge and Bar, (201) 349-0503
- Alex G., Manager, Spirit Lounge, (201) 702-9163
- Pam H., Human Resources, Smart Start Academy, (347) 261-6742
- Mike S., Mentor, (917) 886-8221
Languages
- Spanish
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Waitress
Lokal Eatry and Bar
02.2022 - Current
Preschool teacher
Smart Start Academy
09.2021 - 04.2022
Waitress
Spirit Lounge Bar and Restaurant
03.2021 - 03.2022
Hostess
Rustica Lounge and Bar
08.2020 - 03.2021
Cashier/Barback
Taqueria Downtown
03.2019 - 03.2020
Cashier/Greeter
Buffalo Wild Wings
07.2017 - 10.2019
Cashier/Barista
Panera Bread
07.2016 - 02.2019
Medical Receptionist
Christ Hospital Medical Office
06.2015 - 06.2016
Front Desk Receptionist
T.X.X. Service Inc.
06.2014 - 10.2014
Early childhood education - toddler services with special disabilities
New Jersey City University
Business Associate - business administration
Hudson County Community College
Diploma - Vocational - Technical / College- Preparation, Cooperative business education, Personal finance
Union City High School