Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Skilled artist in various subjects
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Danielle Garvey

Spotswood ,NJ

Summary

An ambitious, confident, & independent Individual striving towards success with a deep passion for anything I put my heart, and soul into. I’m eager to continue my education and expand my dexterities towards my career and personal life. My customer service skills are considerably immaculate due to my previous job experiences, and can be utilized as an asset to the company to accomplish any task or challenge given to me.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Lab Technician

Denture Expert Lab
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Reduced turnaround time for dental appliances through effective time management and organization skills.
  • Collaborated with dentists to create accurate and customized dental restorations for patients.
  • Maintained a clean and organized laboratory workspace to uphold safety regulations and promote productivity.
  • Completed detailed models of patients' mouths to create accurate devices.
  • Prepared wax bite-blocks and impression trays for use.
  • Trained or supervised other dental technicians or dental laboratory bench workers.
  • Polished completed molds and prostheses and maintained high standards of final products for best-in-class care.
  • Contributed to cost reduction initiatives by evaluating material usage patterns.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Improved workflow efficiency by regularly maintaining lab equipment.

Customer Service Representative

JB Hunt Transport
02.2021 - 07.2021
  • Assisted colleagues in their confirmation duties as needed, fostering a supportive team environment.
  • Served as a subject matter expert in the area of confirmations, providing guidance and support to colleagues as needed.
  • Cooperated with other departments to ensure accurate and consistent information was provided to clients during the confirmation process.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.

Restaurant Hostess/Server Assistant

Garvey’s Family Restaurant And Pub
03.2016 - 09.2023

Worked Part Time until restaurant closed

  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Managed reservations effectively, accommodating special requests and ensuring accurate guest counts.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and inviting restaurant environment by clearing tables and setting up for the next guests.
  • Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
  • Promoted business loyalty by fostering positive customer relationships.
  • Cross-trained to handle different restaurant roles, including bar, kitchen and to-go stations.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by working cooperatively with fellow server assistants and other restaurant staff members.

Server/Head Food Runner

Just Restaurant
09.2018 - 03.2020
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
  • Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
  • United with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Restaurant Hostess

Metro Diner
04.2018 - 07.2018

Worked Part Time until restaurant closed

  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by greeting and seating guests promptly upon arrival.
  • Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
  • Worked jointly with servers to ensure smooth transitions between tables, minimizing wait times for guests.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Provided exceptional service through friendly interactions with customers, answering questions and addressing concerns.

Food Preparation Worker

Jersey Mike's Subs
03.2017 - 02.2018
  • Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
  • Prepared ingredients according to precise specifications, resulting in consistent meal quality across all menu items.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours of operation.
  • Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
  • Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Spotswood High School
Spotswood, NJ
06.2020

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Quality Assurance
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Public Speaking
  • Safety Procedures
  • Leadership Qualities

Skilled artist in various subjects

* Sold several pieces of art

*writer and a poet

Timeline

Dental Lab Technician

Denture Expert Lab
08.2021 - 05.2024

Customer Service Representative

JB Hunt Transport
02.2021 - 07.2021

Server/Head Food Runner

Just Restaurant
09.2018 - 03.2020

Restaurant Hostess

Metro Diner
04.2018 - 07.2018

Food Preparation Worker

Jersey Mike's Subs
03.2017 - 02.2018

Restaurant Hostess/Server Assistant

Garvey’s Family Restaurant And Pub
03.2016 - 09.2023

High School Diploma -

Spotswood High School
Danielle Garvey