Kailani Orton
Woodinville,WA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hostess/Restaurant Busser
The Bistro At Hollywood Schoolhouse
Woodinville, WA
03.2022 - Current
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Proactively assisted servers during busy times, helping to expedite food delivery and maintain high levels of guest satisfaction throughout their meal.
- Maximized table turnover rates by monitoring dining room activity closely and anticipating when tables would become available for new parties.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Babysitter
Independent
03.2022 - Current
- I babysit for a family with an eight year old and five year old
- I provide care occasionally on evenings, getting the kids ready and putting them to bed.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
Sales Associate
World Market
03.2022 - 08.2022
- I helped customers as a sales associate as well as a cashier.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Cashier/Food Service
Thomas Family Farm
09.2021 - 11.2021
- I worked a seasonal job preparing food and selling goods during the Fall season of 2021.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Prepared doughnuts, kettle corn, corn on the cob, pizza and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Expedited orders accurately, streamlining kitchen processes and reducing wait times for customers.
- Monitored and maintained required food temperatures for safety.
Volunteer Coach
Home Court
06.2019 - 08.2019
- I worked as an assistant coach during a basketball camp, helping kids develop basketball skills.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Environmental Science
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA06.2027
High School Diploma -
Woodinville High School
Woodinville, WA06.2023
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Communication skills
- Customer Service
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Greeting guests
- Cleanliness Maintenance
- Interactive communication skills
- Table Bussing
Certification
Washington State Food Worker Card, 06/01/23, 06/01/24
Timeline
Hostess/Restaurant Busser
The Bistro At Hollywood Schoolhouse
03.2022 - Current
Babysitter
Independent
03.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
World Market
03.2022 - 08.2022
Cashier/Food Service
Thomas Family Farm
09.2021 - 11.2021
Volunteer Coach
Home Court
06.2019 - 08.2019
Environmental Science
Gonzaga University
High School Diploma -
Woodinville High School