Arika Richardson
St. Petersburg
Summary
High-energy, experienced professional excelling in team management, conflict resolution, and thriving in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and critical thinking. Skilled in operating POS systems and training new staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Bartender
Applebee's Bar and Grill
St. Louis
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Assisted in training new servers and bartenders.
- Mixed cocktails and beverages according to standard recipes and customer preferences.
Crew Trainer
McDonald's
Oglesby
04.2018 - 07.2023
- Worked over holiday breaks during college.
- Developed workforce skills such as leadership, operating and managing, communicating and networking, and problem-solving.
- Promoted a positive team atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork initiatives.
- Assisted in scheduling shifts and coordinating team activities during peak hours.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology And Criminal Justice
The University of Missouri - St. Louis
St Louis, MO05-2025
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Parkland College
Champaign, IL05-2022
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Team management
- Conflict resolution
- Public speaking
- Time management
- Customer service
- Networking strategies
Affiliations
- Played collegiate volleyball through 5 years of college.
Accomplishments
- Received multiple athletic scholarships.
- Dean's List all 10 semesters of college.
- Received Chancellors Scholarship Fall 2023-Spring 2024.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Server/Bartender
Applebee's Bar and Grill
04.2024 - 07.2025
Crew Trainer
McDonald's
04.2018 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminology And Criminal Justice
The University of Missouri - St. Louis
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Parkland College
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