Kandace Odekirk
Palo,IA
Summary
Developed key skills in high-volume restaurant environment, including effective communication and time management. Practiced plant care and sales working in a garden center, assisted customers and provided them with insight on a vast array of landscaping decisions. Built a strong foundation on conservation work with a public sector, learned the importance of park maintenance and carried out these tasks as part of a team. Seeking to transition into new position, leveraging strong organizational abilities and customer service expertise. Focused on adapting these skills to drive success in any role, and gain new knowledge and abilities along the way.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Runner and Server
Whiskey River Grill LLC
10.2021 - Current
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the restaurant.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing duties effectively for maximum productivity.
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly delivering food orders to tables and maintaining communication with kitchen staff.
- Assisted servers in attending to guests'' needs, ensuring a smooth service flow during peak hours.
- Acted as a liaison between the kitchen, serving staff, and guests, ensuring clear communication for efficient service delivery.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Seasonal Park Attendant
Linn County Conservation
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Cleaned restrooms throughout the park on a daily basis, ensuring cleanliness at all times for park users
- Maintain park appliances such as benches, gates, and restrooms by painting and construction repairs
- Assist with routine maintenance to equipment such as lawn mowers and trimmers to keep said equipment operating efficiently
- Educated visitors on park rules and regulations, fostering a safe environment for all guests.
- Mowed and string trimmed areas that were frequented by guests, keeping the park looking neat and orderly
Cashier and Perennial Greenhouse Attendant
Cedar River Garden Center
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Used individual pruning and watering techniques specific to each plants needs
- Organized plant material in a way that was most convenient for customer's needs
- Created eye-appealing displays using numerous different plant types and decor to catch the eyes of shoppers
Education
Associates - Parks And Natural Resources
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05-2026
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School
Cedar Rapids, IA05-2024
Skills
- Memory retention
- Problem-solving abilities
- Strong teamwork
- Sense of urgency
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Customer Engagement
- Professionalism
- Cleaning
- Guest service
Timeline
Seasonal Park Attendant
Linn County Conservation
05.2024 - 10.2024
Cashier and Perennial Greenhouse Attendant
Cedar River Garden Center
05.2022 - 08.2023
Food Runner and Server
Whiskey River Grill LLC
10.2021 - Current
Associates - Parks And Natural Resources
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School
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