Dinah Gifford
Cazenovia,NY
Summary
Motivated Summer Camp Counselor promoting three years of experience helping children to develop life skills while building relationships and having fun. Compassionate individual known for communicating well with others, problem solving, and managing time. Dedicated to promoting procedures and measures to encourage safety.
Motivated server with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat and friendly while anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
64 Albany
05.2025 - Current
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Summer Camp Counselor
Cazenovia Rec
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Worked with children of all age groups.
- Led groups of children safely through camp activities, such as swimming, arts and crafts, and sports.
- Served as a role model for children by fostering an inclusive and accepting environment.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between campers when necessary.
Kitchen Staff Member
Madison County Distilley
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Prepared a variety of different menu items.
- Maintained an organized and sanitary kitchen
- Sanitized kitchen equipment and dining ware.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
Kitchen Staff Member
Willow Bank Yacht Club
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Maintained a sanitary and organized kitchen.
- Prepared a variety of different menu items in a timely manner.
- Kept track of inventory, routinely counting items and notifying the manager when in need of more product.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils.
- Took orders from customers at a register and handled money.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
Summer Camp Counselor
Willow Bank Yacht Club
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Worked with children of ages 4-8.
- Led groups of children safely through camp activities, such as swimming, arts and crafts, and sports.
- Supervised children when on the sail boat.
- Promoted water safety by ensuring campers had their life jackets on when on the boat or in the deep end of the beach.
- Served as a role model for children by fostering an inclusive and accepting environment.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between campers when necessary.
- Communicated with parents about children's specific needs, such as dietary restrictions, behavior, and relationships with other campers.
Crew Member
Critz Farms
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized store environment.
- Handled large pumpkins by weighing them for customers and bringing them to their cars.
- Quickly calculated pumpkin prices based on weight.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining an upbeat and friendly demeanor.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Studies Adolescent Education
SUNY Brockport
350 New Campus Dr, Brockport NY 1442005-2028
High School Diploma -
Cazenovia High School
31 Emory Ave, Cazenovia NY 1303506-2024
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Customer service
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Dependable and responsible
- Customer relations
Timeline
Server
64 Albany
05.2025 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
Cazenovia Rec
07.2024 - 08.2025
Kitchen Staff Member
Madison County Distilley
05.2024 - 05.2025
Kitchen Staff Member
Willow Bank Yacht Club
06.2023 - 09.2023
Summer Camp Counselor
Willow Bank Yacht Club
07.2022 - 08.2023
Crew Member
Critz Farms
09.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Social Studies Adolescent Education
SUNY Brockport
High School Diploma -
Cazenovia High School