Finn Connolly
Denver,United States
Summary
Dedicated, hardworking, and committed to becoming a dependable and valuable team member. Eager to apply my skill set in the professional world. Strong work ethic and passion for excellence. Strive to contribute abilities to drive success and achieve organizational goals. Leveraging determination and adaptability to make a positive impact within a dynamic team environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Nite Owl Sports Bar & Grill
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Successfully managed inventory and reduced waste by carefully monitoring food usage and rotating stock.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture by fostering open communication among team members and addressing issues proactively before they escalated.
- Assisted management with scheduling, ensuring proper coverage during busy shifts and reducing labor costs.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Teaching Assistant
Willows Child Learning Centers
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
Intern
Dubai Creek Resort
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Monitored customer service metrics and identified areas of improvement
- Established and maintained positive customer relationships
- Created and tracked marketing campaigns to measure their effectiveness and ROI
- Conducted market research that identified key customer segments and generated new product ideas
- Analyzed website traffic data to identify opportunities for improvement
- Reconciled accounts and identified discrepancies
- Researched and identified new platforms and tools to improve marketing efforts
- Reconciled accounts payable and receivable every month, ensuring the accuracy of financial reports
Bookkeeper
Triumph Mountain Properties
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Prepared and submitted government reports and tax filings accurately and on time
- Performed monthly bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial reports
- Created and maintained an accurate general ledger, resulting in accurate financial reporting and analysis
- Reconciled accounts payable and receivable every month, ensuring the accuracy of financial reports
- Developed and implemented an efficient process for tracking invoices, resulting in a decrease in paper usage at the company
- Managed the monthly statement process for owners of resort residential property in Vail & Beaver Creek, Colorado
- Ensured the accuracy of charges to owner accounts and the calculation of rent revenues
- Annual Gross Rental Income $2 million
Line Cook
The Brass Tap
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Demonstrated knowledge of food preparation and presentation techniques
- Ensured food safety and sanitation standards were followed at all times
- Prepared high-quality dishes quickly and consistently under pressure
- Multi-tasked to meet customer needs efficiently while ensuring all dishes were prepared correctly
- Maintained a clean and organized work area
- Worked in a team to ensure timely delivery of food orders to customers
Sales Assistant Manager
Vector Marking
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Developed and implemented sales training programs that improved sales skills
- Trained and mentored sales representatives on effective sales techniques
- Utilized sales techniques and strategies to build customer relationships and close sales
Camp Counselor
Camp Lincoln
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Created and maintained an organized and clean camp environment, ensuring the safety of all campers
- Communicated effectively with campers, parents, and staff to ensure a successful summer camp experience
- Organized and led a variety of camp activities, including sports, arts & crafts, and nature hikes
- Created and maintained relationships with campers, families, and other organizations to ensure a positive camp experience
- Organized and facilitated team-building activities that helped foster a positive camp culture
Education
Sports Management -
University of Colorado – Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, Colorado12.2021
Sports Management -
Rocky Mountain College
Billings, Montana05.2020
High School -
Vail Mountain School
Vail, Colorado05.2018
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Analytical Thinking Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Team Player
- Strong Communication Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Kitchen organization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Nite Owl Sports Bar & Grill
09.2024 - 03.2025
Teaching Assistant
Willows Child Learning Centers
01.2024 - 09.2024
Intern
Dubai Creek Resort
01.2023 - 08.2023
Bookkeeper
Triumph Mountain Properties
03.2022 - 01.2023
Line Cook
The Brass Tap
11.2021 - 09.2022
Sales Assistant Manager
Vector Marking
08.2021 - 11.2021
Camp Counselor
Camp Lincoln
05.2021 - 07.2021
Sports Management -
Rocky Mountain College
High School -
Vail Mountain School
Sports Management -
University of Colorado – Colorado Springs
Similar Profiles
Kristina KozikKristina Kozik
Restaurant Bar Owner at Nite Games Bar and GrillRestaurant Bar Owner at Nite Games Bar and Grill
MADISON KYHLMADISON KYHL
Bartender at Nite Hawk Bar and GrillBartender at Nite Hawk Bar and Grill
Amilya ShippAmilya Shipp
Dishwasher at The Nite Owl And Back RoomDishwasher at The Nite Owl And Back Room