Kalea Bright
Santa Barbara,CA
Summary
I am an energetic worker with the ability to follow detailed instructions in a timely manner. I have a friendly demeanor and strong interpersonal skills to facilitate a positive and professional work environment. I thrive in the challenge of problem solving in high stress circumstances.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Hostess
Boathouse at Hendry's Beach
11.2023 - Current
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Thoroughly answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information, even during busy periods.
- Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating and providing accurate wait time of guests.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by supporting and checking on coworkers during peak hours or when understaffed.
Farmers Market Vendor
Milliken Family Farm
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Memorized pricing of produce and utilized weight scales to provide accurate cash totals for customers.
- Loaded and unloaded vans full of produce, each crate weighing up to 50lbs each.
- Set up and brake down farm stand with efficiency.
- Maintain customer loyalty by providing them with a warm, comfortable environment, while supplying them with local, organic produce.
Barista
Peets Coffee And Tea
05.2021 - 06.2023
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Manage cleanliness and organization of my workspace and the store throughout the work day.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments as well as handling cash and operating the register.
Babysitter / Nanny
Local Parents
03.2017 - 05.2022
- Maintaining responsive communication with parents regarding schedules.
- Creating adaptable and creative activities with kids.
- Pick up and drop off three girls from elementary and preschool.
- Communicative and responsive to parents' requests, schedules, and timelines.
Postal Retail Worker
Postal Annex
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Pack and ship packages and documents.
- Print, email, scan, fax, and laminate documents.
- Distribute mail and assist customers in picking up packages.
- Manage POS system and handle cash.
Education
High School Diploma -
Scotts Valley High School
Scotts Valley, CA06.2022
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strong multitasking
- POS system operations
- Active Learning
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess
Boathouse at Hendry's Beach
11.2023 - Current
Farmers Market Vendor
Milliken Family Farm
08.2023 - 01.2024
Barista
Peets Coffee And Tea
05.2021 - 06.2023
Postal Retail Worker
Postal Annex
08.2019 - 12.2020
Babysitter / Nanny
Local Parents
03.2017 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Scotts Valley High School
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