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ANNA CURRY

Allendale

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable worker with extensive experience in retail, restaurants, and childcare. Skilled in customer service, multitasking, and problem-solving in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to provide excellent customer experiences, handle transactions efficiently, and ensure the safety and well-being of children. Reliable, hardworking, and quick to learn new skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server

Red Lobster
07.2024 - Current
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.

Server

The Nest Egg Cafe
12.2023 - 11.2024
  • Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs and responding promptly to requests
  • Greeted and accommodated guests, building positive experience from first interaction
  • Demonstrated ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner
  • Used good communication skills to reduce guest dissatisfaction
  • Checked in with guests throughout meal service, replenishing drinks and catering to additional requests
  • Used focus and memorization skills to keep track of tables and remember orders
  • Prioritized multiple tasks in dynamic environment and stayed calm and composed

Childcare Provider

Walker Childcare
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
  • Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
  • Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.

Hostess

The Flying Noodle
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
  • Backed up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.
  • Assisted customers with delivering orders, carrying additional trays and helping dish out items.

Cashier

TJ Maxx
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Greeted customers warmly and offered assistance
  • Helped customers find and select products
  • Kept work area clean, organized and free of clutter at all times
  • Operated cash register and POS to handle purchases, refunds, and exchanges for customers
  • Organized merchandise displays to promote higher levels of customer engagement

Hostess

The Greenhouse Cafe
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Answered phone calls to take reservations and address guest questions and concerns
  • Demonstrated flexibility by helping out in other departments as needed
  • Assisted in seating guests and managing the wait list
  • Supported servers and bussers through high-volume shifts with food running and table clearing
  • Helped bus tables and ran food to patrons during high-volume periods

Sales Associate

Old Navy
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Tagged new merchandise for sale and updated signs
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases and suggested relevant items
  • Built relationships with potential customers by providing helpful advice on product selection
  • Introduced promotions and sale opportunities, enticing customers
  • Promoted benefits of store credit cards or customer loyalty programs to encourage repeat business

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
04.2026

Skills

  • Conversant in Spanish
  • CPR Training
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Order Management
  • Classroom Assistance
  • Order Accuracy
  • Table Bussing
  • Food Running
  • Table Setting
  • Supply Restocking
  • Guest Seating
  • Item promotion
  • Allergy awareness
  • Problem-solving
  • Cash Handling
  • Diaper changes and feedings
  • Early childhood education
  • Child development
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Arts, crafts, and games
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Emotionally supportive
  • Playful with children

Certification

CPR Certification

ServSafe Certification

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Yoga
  • Gym Workouts
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Music
  • Fashion


Timeline

Server

Red Lobster
07.2024 - Current

Childcare Provider

Walker Childcare
05.2024 - 08.2024

Server

The Nest Egg Cafe
12.2023 - 11.2024

Hostess

The Flying Noodle
05.2023 - 08.2023

Cashier

TJ Maxx
08.2021 - 08.2022

Hostess

The Greenhouse Cafe
06.2021 - 08.2021

Sales Associate

Old Navy
09.2020 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Grand Valley State University

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