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CLAIRE MCCARDLE

Ames,IA

Summary

Optimistic and personable individual enthusiastic about meeting new people. Strong presentation skills and a real go-getter. Excellent public speaking skills and willingness to learn knowledge of planning and coordinating events.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitress

The Other Place Restaurant
05.2022 - Current
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep the dining room and work areas clean.
  • Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service, and safety procedures.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Followed health and safety regulations relevant to the hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents, and liability to restaurants.

Event Coordinator

North Iowa Area Community College
12.2022 - 02.2023
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Designed and implemented efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships.
  • Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
  • Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.

Retreat Leader

Newman Catholic High School
01.2020 - 02.2020
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details to students.
  • Established positive relationships with students through fun and engaging conversation.
  • Collaborated with other leaders to provide a comprehensive and enjoyable experience.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Event Management

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
12.2025

Associate of Arts - Business

North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA
05.2023

Skills

  • Exceptional Customer Service
  • Time Management
  • Creativity & Problem-Solving
  • Good communication verbally and written
  • Flexible & Reliable
  • Microsoft 365

Timeline

Event Coordinator

North Iowa Area Community College
12.2022 - 02.2023

Waitress

The Other Place Restaurant
05.2022 - Current

Retreat Leader

Newman Catholic High School
01.2020 - 02.2020

Bachelor of Science - Event Management

Iowa State University

Associate of Arts - Business

North Iowa Area Community College

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