Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Flexible and excels under pressure.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Host
Capital Ale House Harrisonburg/Midlothian
01.2024 - 06.2024
Handle high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
Answer customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
Take reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
Enhance customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
Take reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
Learning Assistant
JMU Mathematics and Statistics
08.2022 - 05.2024
Learned the teaching style of the professor in which I assist in order to provide a different style of support and explanation for the students
Adapted past techniques of solving and explanation in order to accommodate for all learning styles
Mastered the material to progress each individual student further
Broadened my organizational skills by holding office hours, grading papers, and answering emails on top of my own education.
Server
O'Neill's Grill
08.2023 - 01.2024
Deepened experience of customer service and fast-paced, crowded work environments
Gained experience upselling as well as promoting menu features and popular items
Consistently kept up to date with the available craft beers in order to create a smooth ordering experience
Studied the menu and gained experience recommending food and drink choices for different tastes
Learned how to be calm under pressure, working as part of a team, and representing the restaurant well with an enthusiastic attitude
Worked in conjunction with the restaurant's To-Go system and bar, assisting those and other servers when help was needed
Learned order-modifications in order to accommodate food and drink allergies and intolerances.
Facility Director/Lifeguard Instructor
Swim Club Management Group
05.2018 - 06.2023
Ran state-wide certification classes and CPR, First Aid, etc
Training to ensure all employees are constantly equipped to handle a medical emergency
Oversaw 3 pool in a neighborhood and managed coworkers to ensure a clean environment, a comfortable work atmosphere, and a safe swimming experience for patrons at all times
Checked pool facility safety and functionality hourly and made necessary changes to ensure a worry free, safe experience
Maintained and balanced constant communication with the Homeowners Association, upper management within the company, patrons, and coworkers to uphold the facility to the best of my ability
Acted as a representative for the company to patrons on pool decks as well as younger employees to uphold the professionalism of the company to all.
Mathematics Tutor
Student Athlete Services
09.2022 - 03.2023
Recognized the style of learning for each student in order to provide optimal support
Reached comfortability in a flexible schedule, as tutoring needs depended heavily on the students' needs on a weekly basis
Constantly brushed up on past skills to ensure that I will be ready to aid in any material that is presented to me
Gained experience in time management in order to continue to focus on my education beyond the tutoring room while delivering the help that is needed for the students
Learning relatability in sports context to make the students feel seen and appreciated for their extracurricular excellence in their sport
Meeting with academic advisors of the students in order to maintain open communication with them and their sports' coaches.
Brand Associate
Old Navy
11.2020 - 02.2021
Promoted the brand and its merchandise by working to provide the best shopping experience for the customers
Change the departments to that which needed my assistance, demonstrating adaptability and attention to detail
Tailored to specific needs of the customers while fulfilling the tasks assigned by the general manager
Gained work experience in a fast-paced, busy work environment
Gained cash register experience as well as deepened experience in customer service.