Julie DuLac
North Haven,CT
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in diverse environments. A natural leader and operational problem-solver, successful at maintaining budgets, overseeing staff, and optimizing program operations. Highly skilled in developing long-lasting relationships through effective interpersonal communication. Motivated employee with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Able to work effectively unsupervised and quickly master new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Daycare
Self Employed Services
North Haven, CT
05.2017 - Current
- Ensured compliance with local regulations governing child care facilities.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, immunizations and other relevant information for each child.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events for the children enrolled in the daycare facility.
- Established relationships with parents and guardians to foster strong communication regarding their child's progress.
- Participated in meetings with state licensing officials to discuss any issues or concerns about the daycare operations.
- Reviewed applications from prospective families interested in enrolling their children in the program.
- Implemented an age-appropriate curriculum designed to stimulate physical, mental, and emotional development in young children.
Restaurant Hostess
State Street Cafe
North Haven, CT
04.2013 - 05.2017
- Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
- Assigned seating arrangements based on customer preferences and restaurant policies.
- Provided menus and answered questions about menu items and specials.
- Managed reservations, waitlists, and special requests for large parties.
- Monitored dining room activity to ensure all guests were receiving optimal service.
- Provided assistance to servers as needed including refilling beverages and clearing plates from tables.
- Communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer feedback or complaints.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies and cleaning work areas.
- Answered incoming calls with appropriate greeting and provided information about menu items or services offered.
- Developed long-term relationships with customers to increase opportunities for repeat business.
Sales Associate
Raymour & Flanigan Clearance Center
Milford, CT
04.2012 - 04.2013
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT12-2010
Skills
- Budget Management
- Operational Reporting
- Operations Management
- Relationship Management
- Documentation And Reporting
- Finance management
- Operations Oversight
Timeline
Owner/Operator Daycare
Self Employed Services
05.2017 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
State Street Cafe
04.2013 - 05.2017
Sales Associate
Raymour & Flanigan Clearance Center
04.2012 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Southern Connecticut State University