Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Websites
References
Timeline
Receptionist
Cari Pautienus

Cari Pautienus

Brentwood,TN

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Detailoriented and skilled in use of color and texture. Very organized with distinct commitment to first-rate customer service. Highly communicative and friendly with strong desire to assist others.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Hostess

Nama Sushi
Knoxville, TN
01.2023 - Current

• Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders, and respond to service questions.

• Maintained cleanliness standards in the dining area including wiping down tables and chairs between seatings.

• Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies and cleaning work areas.

• Provided menus and answered questions about menu items and specials.

• Helped restaurant staff set up small and large events to coordinate smooth execution.

• Resolved customer service and food-related issues to maintain guest satisfaction.

• Responded appropriately to customer complaints, bringing major issues to attention of manager on duty.

• Scheduled reservations and notified servers and managers of large groups to prepare seating in advance.

Closet Organizer

Private Contractor
Brentwood, TN
2022.02 - Current

• Organized and labeled clothing, shoes, and accessories to maximize space and efficiency.

• Installed closet organization systems such as shelves, drawers, rods, baskets, cubbies.

• Consulted with customers regarding design options that would work best for their individual needs.

• Created customized closet designs for clients based on their needs and preferences.

Interior Designer

Private Contractor
Brentwood, TN
05.2023 - 08.2023

• Created mood boards featuring fabric swatches, paint chips and other visual elements used in designing a space.

• Consulted with clients regarding budget considerations when purchasing furniture or fixtures.

• Advised clients on how best to utilize available space within their homes or businesses.

• Created detailed sketches and drawings to illustrate design concepts to clients.

• Incorporated client feedback into designs to ensure satisfaction with end result.

• Researched current trends in furniture, fabrics, color palettes and accessories in order to recommend items that meet the client's style preferences.

• Selected furniture, light fixtures and accessories to create unique and inviting rooms to meet customer vision.

Swim Instructor

YMCA of Middle TN
Brentwood, TN
11.2021 - 09.2022

• Provided swimming instruction to individuals and groups of all ages.

• Communicated regularly with parents or guardians regarding their child's progress in swimming lessons.

• Taught basic survival skills such as floating, treading water, emergency exits from the pool.

• Encouraged students to build confidence in and out of water by making swimming fun.

• Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.

• Created weekly lesson plans tailored to the specific goals of each group or individual participant.

• Scheduled private lessons upon request from clients interested in more personalized instruction.

• Built relationships with parents and swimmers to increase likelihood of repeat business in future swim lessons sessions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing with a Minor in Design

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
05-2026

Skills

Guest Relations Management

Conflict Resolution

Greeting Guests

Sales and Marketing

Handling Complaints

Customer Service

Creative Thinking

Sketching

Budget Management

Graphic Design

Client Communication

Project Planning

Organizational Skills

Affiliations

I run my own art business online. I post and sell my pieces through a social media account and have shipped pieces all across the country.

I am a member of Delta Delta Delta at the University of Tennessee.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Interior Designer

Private Contractor
05.2023 - 08.2023

Restaurant Hostess

Nama Sushi
01.2023 - Current

Closet Organizer

Private Contractor
2022.02 - Current

Swim Instructor

YMCA of Middle TN
11.2021 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Science - Marketing with a Minor in Design

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Cari Pautienus