Catherine Dalton
Venice ,Florida
Summary
Friendly and dependable with experience in coffee service, restaurant hospitality, and physical therapy support. Skilled in customer service, multitasking, and teamwork. I also enjoy creating a welcoming experience for customers and learning new skills as well as contributing to a positive team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
The Grind
Ave Maria University
01.2025 - Current
- Responded to customer requests to craft personalized beverages, enhancing customer satisfaction and driving repeat business.
- Cultivated welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers warmly and swiftly addressing their needs.
- Prepared espresso beverages and specialty drinks while maintaining consistent quality and presentation.
- Maintained clean workstations, equipment, and dining areas to support food safety standards.
Photography Intern
Camp Covcrest
Tiger, GA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication, ensuring high-quality visuals met editorial standards.
- Streamlined photo selection process by creating organized filing systems for raw images, improving efficiency in locating and accessing visuals.
- Developed strong time management skills by juggling multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
- Collaborated with fellow interns on group assignments, sharing insights to enhance collective learning and project outcomes.
Physical Therapist Technician
Agility Physical Therapy
Venice, FL
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed strong working relationships with Physical Therapists, contributing to an effective team dynamic that enhanced the overall quality of patient care.
- Managed equipment setup and clean-up after therapy sessions, ensuring timely completion of essential tasks.
- Maintained inventory levels of essential supplies for daily clinic operations, supporting overall efficiency.
- Trained new staff on clinic procedures, leveraging experience to enhance onboarding process.
Restaurant Hostess
Cafe Evergreen
Nokomis, FL
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Handled telephone inquiries and in-person guest needs simultaneously, ensuring seamless service during busy periods.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
- Provided exceptional service through friendly interactions with customers, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by supporting coworkers during peak hours or when understaffed.
- Cross-trained in various restaurant roles, enhancing team flexibility and coverage across bar, kitchen, and to-go stations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Physiology
Ave Maria University
Ave Maria, FL05-2027
High School Diploma -
Mother of Divine Grace
Ojai, CA05-2023
Skills
- Customer engagement
- Client relations
- Visual presentation
- Time management
- Scheduling
- Strong multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Creative flexibility
Volunteer work
Church and Community Service
- Volunteered at local soup kitchens, helping support individuals in need
- Assisted with donation collections and food drives to support families and community members
- Helped clean and prepare housing for single mothers to create a clean, welcoming living environment
Sports Volunteer
- Helped with cleaning the trash around the community
- Participated in sports activates with individuals with special needs alongside my team
Timeline
The Grind
Ave Maria University
01.2025 - Current
Photography Intern
Camp Covcrest
05.2023 - 08.2023
Restaurant Hostess
Cafe Evergreen
03.2022 - 03.2023
Physical Therapist Technician
Agility Physical Therapy
02.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Physiology
Ave Maria University
High School Diploma -
Mother of Divine Grace