Indika Odom
Killeen,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with a strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Recently started working towards my personal training certification and Bachelor's in Exercise Science and Nutrition. Hoping to get into the fitness industry to help better acquaint myself of the field I am getting my education in.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Host
Olive Garden
Killeen, TX
05.2024 - Current
- As a Host at Olive garden we are responsible for greeting every guest with gen
- Built positive relationships with other front-of-house and kitchen staff.
- Escorted guests to seating area, furnished menus and highlighted daily specials.
- Maintained cleanliness of lobby area, including wiping down tables and chairs.
- Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests.
- Took reservations over phone and in person.
- Received and recorded patrons' dining reservations.
- Responded appropriately to customer complaints, bringing major issues to attention of manager on duty.
- Managed incoming calls during busy shifts.
- Performed regular restroom checks to restock supplies and handle minor cleaning.
- Performed walk-throughs during service to monitor guest satisfaction and advise serving and bussing staff of specific guest needs.
- Informed patrons of specialties and features.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
Laborer Helper
Tippit Homes
Killeen, TX
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
- Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Transported supplies to work sites, removed from trucks and organized for crew use.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
- Completed measurements, layouts and job site preparation to reduce downtime.
Daycare Teacher
Daniel Lemons
Killeen, TX
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charles E. Ellison
Killeen, TX05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Exercise Science
Baylor University
Waco, TXSome College (No Degree) - Applied Exercise Science
Bryan University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Customer Service
- Problem Resolution
- Planning & Organizing
- Maintenance & Repair
- Basic Math
- People Skills
- Supervision & Leadership
- Good Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- First Aid/CPR
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Flexible Schedule
- Telephone reception
- Health standards
- Customer service
- Food allergy awareness
- Adaptable to change
- Staff coordination
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Exceptional communication
- Team collaboration
- Professional appearance
- Sales strategies
- Customer engagement
Timeline
Host
Olive Garden
05.2024 - Current
Laborer Helper
Tippit Homes
06.2022 - 09.2022
Daycare Teacher
Daniel Lemons
06.2021 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Charles E. Ellison
Some College (No Degree) - Exercise Science
Baylor University
Some College (No Degree) - Applied Exercise Science
Bryan University