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Bethany Grajales

Lady Lake

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Waitress Supervisor at Pine Grove Diner & Catering, excelling in order accuracy and customer engagement. Proven ability to lead teams, manage cash operations, and maintain high food safety standards. Recognized for fostering positive relationships and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and service excellence.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Waitress Supervisor

Pine Grove Diner & Catering
Danbury
08.2016 - 08.2018
  • Verified accuracy of orders before delivery by checking presentation of dishes against menu descriptions.
  • Completed thorough closing functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Communicated effectively with cook staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • Monitored cash register operations during shifts for accuracy of transactions.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
  • Managed customer transactions and balanced cash registers after shifts.
  • Handled customer orders via phone and in person, providing timely and effective service.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.

Infant to Preschool Teacher/Floater Teacher

Knowledge Learning Corporation
Ridgefield
03.2013 - 06.2016
  • Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs.
  • Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.
  • Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
  • Provided guidance regarding nutrition and healthy habits during snack time.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
  • Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
  • Monitored student behavior to ensure compliance with rules and expectations set forth by school administration.
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
  • Administered and documented results of student assessments.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Maintained student records according to rigorous confidentiality and privacy regulations.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
  • Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
  • Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.

Education

Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Henry Abbott Technical Highschool
Danbury, CT
06-2005

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Ellis University
Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT

Skills

  • Order accuracy
  • Customer service
  • Cash management
  • Inventory control
  • Food safety
  • Team leadership
  • Customer engagement
  • Menu knowledge
  • Closing procedures
  • Food delivery oversight
  • Greeting and seating guests
  • Waiting tables
  • Teamwork
  • Sanitizing
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

CDA- Child Development Associate Degree 05/2010

Timeline

Waitress Supervisor

Pine Grove Diner & Catering
08.2016 - 08.2018

Infant to Preschool Teacher/Floater Teacher

Knowledge Learning Corporation
03.2013 - 06.2016

Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Henry Abbott Technical Highschool

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Ellis University

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Norwalk Community College

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