John Young
Leonia,NJ
Summary
Dedicated service-driven college student with extensive experience volunteering to alleviative food insecurity volunteering initiatives aimed at alleviating food insecurity. Demonstrates strong communication skills, financial tracking expertise, and data organization capabilities, effectively coordinating community engagement efforts. Committed to fostering a healthier, more equitable society through impactful, people-centered initiatives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Hostess
Grand Lux Cafe
Paramus, NJ
06.2024 - Current
- Handled all aspects of customer experience with regard to calls, reservations, waitlists, party planning, menu selection, and dietary restrictions.
- Answered incoming calls with appropriate greeting and provided information about menu items or services offered.
- Monitored dining room activity to ensure all guests were receiving optimal service.
Food Insecurity Volunteer
Rotary International
Fairview, NJ
07.2020 - 08.2024
- Worked with Rotary International and Rotaract to plan and host events to raise funds for various organizations, with a focus on food insecurity.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Worked to support partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
- Long-established involvement with several food pantries.
- Assisted staff in supporting daily operations.
Restaurant Hostess
Maggiano's Little Italy
Hackensack, NJ
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assigned seating arrangements based on customer preferences and restaurant policies.
- Assisted with setting up banquet rooms for special events.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, and respond to service questions.
- Accommodated guests with children and special needs to promote comfortable dining experience.
Summer Camp Counselor - Special Needs Children
Leonia Recreation Department
Leonia, NJ
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Four- and five-year-old children, including children with special needs,
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
- Assisted children in developing healthy coping skills
Education
Degree in Finance And Business Analytics
Bergen Community College
05-2026
High School Diploma -
Leonia High School
06-2024
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Data analysis
- Organizational skills
- Effective oral and written communication
- Service prioritization
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Customer service
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess
Grand Lux Cafe
06.2024 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Maggiano's Little Italy
05.2023 - 08.2023
Summer Camp Counselor - Special Needs Children
Leonia Recreation Department
06.2021 - 08.2022
Food Insecurity Volunteer
Rotary International
07.2020 - 08.2024
Degree in Finance And Business Analytics
Bergen Community College
High School Diploma -
Leonia High School
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