Kara Krause
Ashburn,VA
Summary
Offering warm and approachable demeanor, eager to learn and grow in dynamic restaurant environment. Brings foundational understanding of customer service principles and can quickly adapt to new systems and processes. Ready to use and develop communication and organizational skills in the front desk receptionist role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostess/Assistant Food Runner
Parallel Wine and Whiskey Bar
12.2023 - 12.2024
- 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.
- Assisted in training new host staff, sharing best practices for maintaining a professional demeanor and efficient work habits.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.
Gymnastics Camp Counselor
Dulles Gymnastics Academy
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
Education
No Degree - Marketing
University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina05-2028
High School Diploma -
Independence High School
Brambleton, Virginia06.2024
Skills
- Very hard and determined worker
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Great communication skills
- Kind and caring person
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Complaint handling
- Patience and empathy
- Effective multitasking
Additional Experience
November 2021 - February 2022 Basketball Manager Independence Basketball Team
I was the Independence boys basketball manager last year where I got to help the team a lot. On a regular day, I would organize jerseys for the
team, record player statistics, operate the scoreboard during games and practice, and do whatever the coach or team needed me to do.
October 2021 - June 2023 Preschool Teacher Little Cubs Preschool
At Independence High School, I took a class where I teach Preschool students for an hour and a half. I create creative lesson plans for the students
and later teach them it. After taking this class, my communication, problem solving, and social skills have improved highly.
Timeline
Hostess/Assistant Food Runner
Parallel Wine and Whiskey Bar
12.2023 - 12.2024
Gymnastics Camp Counselor
Dulles Gymnastics Academy
06.2023 - 08.2023
No Degree - Marketing
University of South Carolina
High School Diploma -
Independence High School
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