Grace McDonough
Newark,Delaware
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving and leadership abilities, and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Hostess
The Greenhouse Gastropub
Newark, Delaware
07.2025 - Current
- Greeted guests warmly, ensured a positive first impression, handled guest inquiries, and resolved minor issues with professionalism.
- Managed reservations and organized seating arrangements efficiently.
- Assisted servers by communicating guest needs and preferences promptly.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies and cleaning work areas.
Owner/Operator
McStix
Sparta, NJ
07.2019 - Current
- Sells patriotic-themed glow sticks and novelties at Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day events.
- Donates proceeds to the Wounded Warrior Families Project.
- Oversaw inventory management and ordered supplies to ensure stock availability.
Resident Assistant
University of Delaware Residence Life & Housing
Newark, DE
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Facilitated smooth transitions for 40+ first-year students by providing academic, social, and emotional support through regular check-ins and programming.
- Enforced UD policies and managed conflict resolution to maintain a safe and inclusive living environment, as well as decorating hallways and managing bulletin boards.
- Planned and led community-building events that increased engagement and fostered a sense of belonging among residents.
- Assisted students with conflict resolution and provided peer counseling services.
Recruitment Officer
Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity
Newark, DE
12.2023 - 05.2025
- Organized and hosted recruitment events and utilized social media and other marketing tools to create awareness, and designed promotional materials such as flyers, posters, and t-shirts.
- Coordinated the involvement of current members at events, collaborated with the executive board to ensure that recruitment runs smoothly, and facilitated amendments to governing documents.
- Reviewed student resumes, conducted background checks, and followed up on references.
Alumni Chair
Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity
Newark, DE
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Organized alumni events, designed and authored a monthly newsletter, and was the main point of communication for the fraternity's alumni network.
- Managed a newsletter read by over 400 alumni, and garnered support and monetary contributions from alumni for the B+ Foundation.
Summer Camp Lifeguard
Sparta Township Parks & Recreation
Sparta, NJ
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Supervised and organized activities for campers, enforced lakefront policies and regulations, rescued swimmers in distress, provided emergency care, and assisted in training new lifeguards.
- Obtained over 100 hours of volunteer experience working with the camp outside of paid hours.
- Educated campers on water safety rules and procedures.
- Conducted daily inspections of pool facilities and equipment.
Barista
Greene's Beans Café
Sparta, NJ
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared and served an array of specialty drinks and beverages, handled the cash register, and managed the financial reports after closing, keeping the storefront stocked with inventory.
- Greeted and served an average of over 200 customers daily, providing helpful, personalized, and friendly service in a fast-paced environment.
- Earned acknowledgments for going above and beyond in the role multiple times, and received an award for creating popular menu items.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05.2026
High School Diploma -
Sparta High School
Sparta, NJ05.2022
Skills
- Cpr/aed certification
- Project management
- Customer service
- Event planning
- Conflict resolution
- Data analysis
- Inventory management
- First aid
- Waterfront skills
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
Innovative Idea & Initiative Award, Issued by University of Delaware Residence Life & Housing. This award recognizes an individual or team who has implemented a new idea or initiative that directly addressed the needs of the community and positively affected students
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess
The Greenhouse Gastropub
07.2025 - Current
Recruitment Officer
Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity
12.2023 - 05.2025
Alumni Chair
Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity
12.2023 - 05.2024
Resident Assistant
University of Delaware Residence Life & Housing
08.2023 - 05.2025
Summer Camp Lifeguard
Sparta Township Parks & Recreation
06.2022 - 08.2022
Barista
Greene's Beans Café
09.2021 - 01.2022
Owner/Operator
McStix
07.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Delaware
High School Diploma -
Sparta High School