Ariel Carpenter
Massillon,OH
Summary
Dedicated culinary student with over 3 years of kitchen experience and 5+ years in customer service, passionate about hospitality and aspiring to one day own a business in the industry. Skilled in fast-paced environments, teamwork, communication, and creating positive guest experiences. Eager to expand front-of-house experience while continuing to grow both culinary and hospitality knowledge.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Hostess
Blue Buddha Sushi Lounge
Big Sky, MT
08.2025 - Current
- Greeted and seated guests, ensuring prompt service in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed reservation system, optimizing seating arrangements for maximum efficiency.
- Trained new hostesses on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by consistently supporting fellow employees during busy periods or when shortstaffed.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Managed guest waitlists effectively, minimizing wait times while still accommodating walk-in customers whenever possible.
- Collaborated with servers and kitchen staff to optimize table turnover rates and overall restaurant efficiency.
Front Desk Receptionist
Solace Spa
Big Sky, MT
06.2025 - 05.2026
- Greeted and assisted clients, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere and efficient check-in process.
- Managed appointment scheduling using spa management software to optimize daily operations.
- Handled client inquiries and concerns, providing accurate information about services and products.
- Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.
Prep Cook/Junior Pastry Chef
Everett's 8800
Big Sky, MT
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Prepared ingredients according to recipes, ensuring quality and consistency in all dishes.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to health and safety regulations at all times.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and utensils, supporting a safe cooking environment.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages promptly.
- Executed daily food preparation tasks independently while adapting to changing menu items.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO04-2028
High School Diploma -
Massillon Washington High School
Massillon, OH05-2019
Skills
- Exceptional communication
- Phone etiquette
- Food safty
- Task delegation
- Policy enforcement
- Restaurant operations
- Reservation management
- Customer service
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Hospitality service expertise
- Detail-oriented
- High volume dining
Certification
- ServSafe
- TIPS certified
Timeline
Lead Hostess
Blue Buddha Sushi Lounge
08.2025 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
Solace Spa
06.2025 - 05.2026
Prep Cook/Junior Pastry Chef
Everett's 8800
11.2024 - 04.2025
Associate of Arts -
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
High School Diploma -
Massillon Washington High School