Motivated server with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Cafe Escadrille
Burlington, MA
01.2015 - 08.2022
Managed guest interactions to ensure quality dining experience by providing table service to 50 or more patrons nightly in a fine dining establishment.
Responsible for knowledge of full food, bar and wine menus, daily selections and provided positive experiences for guests.
Built rapport and quality relationships and established repeat customers.
Fluidly worked private parties with greater than 50 guests, assisted colleagues if needed for dining service.
Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items
Photographer, Production Assistant, First AD
Lang Productions
Newton , MA
01.2013 - 08.2022
Responsible for assisting with management of set locations, set direction needs of director and director of photography; including full knowledge and application of film camera and lighting equipment.
Assembly and transportation of film and lighting equipment, traveling and scouting locations.
Skills include editing, specialized edits, retouches and enhancement of photos.
Full knowledge and application of Adobe photoshop and DaVinci Resolve.
Assisted with coordinating and managing director and director of photography schedules.
Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
Archived photographs and videos on computers and servers.
Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
Assisted director with planning and completing film shots and B roll footage
Photographer & Videographer
Rhonwen Churchill Photography
Marstons Mills, MA
03.2012 - 09.2018
Responsible for assembly and transportation of camera and lighting equipment to select shooting locations.
Full knowledge and application of camera and lighting equipment.
Responsible for wedding photography including brides, grooms, family, reception guests.
Responsible for editing, retouching and enhancement of photos.
Full knowledge and application of Adobe Photoshop
Assisted with coordination of managing lead photographers shooting schedule and addressing client concerns.
Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
Archived photographs on computers and servers.
Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
Exercise Rider
Woodsong Farm
Brewster, MA
02.2005 - 12.2012
Responsible for feeding schedule of 20+ horses,
Exercising multiple horses daily.
Turn outs and pasture care.
Care and grooming of horses; with regular brushing, washing, trimming.
Maintenance and repair of tack.
Preparation of horses and equipment for lessons.
Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
Prepped horses for travel.
Performed basic wound care and other medical aid.
Maintained safety procedures and practices.
Administered horse medication and necessary special care.