Kaitlyn Southern
Hudson Oaks,TX
Summary
High-energy student finalizing my Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and desiring training opportunities focused on advancing classroom abilities and building a new career foundation. Enthusiastic about pursuing new avenues of learning, growing professionally and building upon acquired skills. Well-organized and ready to support students in developing full potential.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/To-Go Specialist/Host/Bartender/Expo
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
Hudson Oaks, Tx
09.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
Student Teacher
Weatherford ISD
Weatherford, TX
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
Student Teacher
Comanche ISD
Comanche, TX
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
Server/Cashier/Bartender
Mesquite Pit
Granbury/Mineral Wells, TX
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
Student Teacher
Bluff Dale ISD
Bluff Dale, TX
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX08-2025
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Motivating students
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Student Teacher
Weatherford ISD
01.2025 - 04.2025
Server/To-Go Specialist/Host/Bartender/Expo
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
09.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Comanche ISD
08.2024 - 11.2024
Student Teacher
Bluff Dale ISD
01.2024 - 04.2024
Server/Cashier/Bartender
Mesquite Pit
05.2022 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Tarleton State University