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IAN LARSON

Dublin,OH

Summary

Enthusiastic and dedicated individual who is firmly committed to creating positive, personalized, and safe, experiences for young children. Possesses excellent communication and organizational skills for helping children discover new things. Adept at designing and developing engaging activities that foster teamwork, leadership, and social skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Food and Beverage Team Leader

Columbus Zoo And Aquarium & Zoombezi Bay Waterpark
05.2021 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw food and beverage operations, delivered day-to-day consistency and set and maintained highest food quality and service standards.
  • Created and delivered orientation and training for new team members and professional development activities for experienced associates.
  • Coached team members and motivated performance in order to achieve demanding objectives

Food and Beverage Seasonal Team Member

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium/Zoombezi Bay
06.2015 - 12.2020
  • Learned required tasks quickly to maximize performance
  • Performed exceptional customer service
  • Operated stands independently and as part of a team
  • Adhered to all health and safety requirements
  • Trained and mentored junior team members on protocols and procedures of operating a cash register
  • Replenished supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas
  • Filled in as a temporary Team Lead when regular lead had to return to school.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
05.2025

Associate of Arts -

Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH
05.2020

Skills

  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Issue Identification and Problem Solving
  • Child Supervision
  • Intergenerational Communications
  • Safety Training
  • Emergency Response
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Patience

Objective

I am seeking a job where I can gain experience working with young children in order to enhance my skillset and help me achieve my ultimate goal of being a elementary school teacher.

Timeline

Food and Beverage Team Leader

Columbus Zoo And Aquarium & Zoombezi Bay Waterpark
05.2021 - 12.2023

Food and Beverage Seasonal Team Member

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium/Zoombezi Bay
06.2015 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

The Ohio State University

Associate of Arts -

Columbus State Community College
IAN LARSON