Elyse McKenna
Spokane
Summary
Reliable worker with many years experince in the service industry. Able to work in a variety of different environments meeting different needs for customers of all ages. Hardworker with a background in various fields demonstrating versatility and adaptability.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Conservation Engagement Interpreter
Point Defiance Zoo And Aquarium
Tacoma
03.2024 - 09.2025
- Educated guests on animals, science, and conservation.
- Assisted with animal touch experiences (marine invertebrates, goats, etc)
- Gave shows on microphone to small-large crowds of people
Cashier/Server/Barista
Poverty Bay Cafe
Federal Way
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Took customer orders and served them
- made a variety of coffee and tea beverages
- Cleaned and organized the cafe
Barista
Starbucks
Burien
03.2022 - 07.2022
- made a variety of coffee and tea beverages
- worked collaboratively with my entire team
- worked comfortably in a fast-paced environment
- cleaned and sanitized my workspace and the cafe
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WAAssociate of Science - Environmental Biology
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WASkills
- Customer service
- Customer engagement
- Public speaking
- Cash register operation
- Speedy and efficient
- Fast-paced operations
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem resolution
- Interpersonal communication
- Conservation education
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Italian
Elementary
Affiliations
- sewing and knitting
- writing and reading
- horseback riding
Accomplishments
- Daughter's of America Leadership Award
Timeline
Conservation Engagement Interpreter
Point Defiance Zoo And Aquarium
03.2024 - 09.2025
Cashier/Server/Barista
Poverty Bay Cafe
06.2023 - 08.2023
Barista
Starbucks
03.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Gonzaga University
Associate of Science - Environmental Biology
Spokane Community College
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