Versatile and dynamic, excelled at Giardinos and Atlantic Pool Service Inc, showcasing strong customer service expertise and effective communication skills. Leveraged guest relations and pool maintenance knowledge to enhance client satisfaction and operational efficiency. Achieved notable improvements in repeat business through empathetic relationship building and strategic marketing initiatives. Energetic, cheerful, and punctual individual committed to highest quality of service.
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Deirdre Barry
Burke,VA
Summary
Overview
3
years of professional experience
1
Certification
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
GiardinosBurke, USA
Hostess/Cashier
03.2022 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Hosting, bussing tables, washing dishes, and taking carry-out orders.
- Performed regular restroom checks to restock supplies and handle minor cleaning.
- Escorted guests to seating area, furnished menus and highlighted daily specials.
- Developed long-term relationships with customers to increase opportunities for repeat business.
- Managed the waiting list, ensuring that all parties were seated in a timely manner.
- Developed marketing strategies to increase membership numbers.
Atlantic Pool Service IncAnnandale, USA
Pool Manager
05.2021 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Lifeguard and swim instructor, conducting pool cleaning and vacuuming, as well as opening and closing the pool.
- Pool operation license, CPR certified, and Red Cross certification.
- Used the necessary equipment and chemicals required for pool maintenance.
- Scheduled and led a team of lifeguards and swim instructors, serving daily visitors.
Education
Northern Virginia Community CollegeAnnandale, VA
Associate of Science from Business Management
08.2024 - Current
University Overview
Lake Braddock SecondaryBurke, VA
High School Diploma from Advanced Studies
08.2021 - 06.2024
University Overview
Skills
- Cashiering
- Commercial Cleaning
- Food Service
- Cash Handling
- Kitchen experience
- Cash register
- Restaurant experience
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Guest relations
- Teaching
- Swimming
- Conflict management
- Dining room management
- Calm demeanor
- Payment processing
- Guest engagement
- Effective Communication Skills
- Performance improvement
- Customer service expertise
- Group reservations management
- Empathetic Relationship Building
- Understanding Client Needs
Certification
- CPR Certification, 06/01/22, 06/30/24
- Lifeguard Training, 05/01/23, 05/31/25
- First Aid Certification, 05/01/23, 05/31/25
- AED Certification, 05/01/23, 05/31/25
Affiliations
Affiliations
Participated in weight lifting, volleyball, and basketball; engaged in babysitting and social activities with friends
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Voted Most Improved Player in Basketball
- Distinguished Young Woman Award Candidate
- Excellent Character Award
- ODACS Award in Public Speaking - Rhetoric and Literary Interpretation
- ODACS Award in Science Fair
- ODACS Award in Art
References
References
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There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Timeline
Northern Virginia Community College
Associate of Science from Business Management
08.2024 - Current
Hostess/Cashier
Giardinos
03.2022 - 01.2024
Lake Braddock Secondary
High School Diploma from Advanced Studies
08.2021 - 06.2024
Pool Manager
Atlantic Pool Service Inc
05.2021 - 09.2023
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