Jennifer Mejia
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Resourceful legal assistant intern helps attorneys handle paperwork, interview clients and conduct research work specific to each case. Solid knowledge of legal matters and terminology paired with excellent computer competency and research skills. Thorough and detailed individual consistently achieves exceptional and measurable results.
Motivated waitress with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences. With experience in restaurant environments. Effective creator of service structures with thoughtful organization. Efficient house manager and facilitator of rapid table turnover, boosting volume and increasing sales opportunities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant Intern
Law Office Of Ali J. Amirshahi, PLLC
2023.07 - 2023.08
- Scanned, converted, and organized records into electronic format with consistent naming convention.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Filed legal documents promptly and accurately with local, state and federal courts.
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Waitress
Prince George Family Barbecue
2019.08 - 2023.07
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
- Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Cashier
Prince George Family Barbecue
2019.08 - 2023.07
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Waitress Trainer
Prince George Family Barbecue
2019.08 - 2023.07
- Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
Education
No Degree - Political Science
Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach, VA10.2026
No Degree - Political Science
Bridgewater College
Bridgewater, VA06.2025
High School Diploma -
Prince George High School
Prince George, VA06.2021
Skills
- Preparing Summaries
- Filing of Legal Agreements
- Data Entry
- Project Oversight
- Client Relations
- Telephone Etiquette
- Sales Expertise
- Workflow Coordination
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Time Management Skills
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Assistant Intern
Law Office Of Ali J. Amirshahi, PLLC
2023.07 - 2023.08
Waitress
Prince George Family Barbecue
2019.08 - 2023.07
Cashier
Prince George Family Barbecue
2019.08 - 2023.07
Waitress Trainer
Prince George Family Barbecue
2019.08 - 2023.07
No Degree - Political Science
Virginia Wesleyan University
No Degree - Political Science
Bridgewater College
High School Diploma -
Prince George High School
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