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Kathryn Arinduque

San Diego,CA

Summary

An erudite student whose detail-oriented personality allows her to gracefully manage a heavy course load while fulfilling demanding lab responsibilities and volunteering at dental clinics. Values meaningful interactions with her community, giving back, and being a role model to those around her. Can effectively communicate with team members to maximize productivity in professional settings and gives excellent customer service to sustain a positive environment. Her attention to detail and strong work ethic make her a very quick learner who can adapt well in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server/Cashier

Crisp Chicken And Tomato
07.2023 - Current
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs, and delivered exceptional customer service to maintain positive reputation.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Knowledgeable about the restaurant menu to give customer recommendations with appropriate accomodations for allergy concerns
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.

Clinic Floor Manager

UCSD Pre-Dental Society
06.2023 - Current
  • Well versed in general dentistry procedures, and tools in order to set up trays and chairs for clinic sessions
  • Effectively communicates with other volunteers and doctors to create a strong team to deliver exceptional patient care
  • Responsible for training new floor managers, and guiding new volunteers in clinic to become effective leaders in clinic

Private Swim Instructor (Spring/Summer Seasonal)

Sunsational Swim School
06.2023 - Current
  • Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded
  • Built a connection with students and practiced positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance
  • Coordinated different client schedules to ensure all contracts were carried out to meet client goals
  • Taught kids of all ages basic water safety and swimming skills.

Lab Assistant

Hwa Lab
03.2022 - 10.2023
  • Assisted with support duties such as autoclaving glassware, making plates (MB and LB), handling hazardous lab waste properly, taking inventory, and ordering lan supplies
  • Led lab preparation for lab safety inspections, enforcing safety protocol and standards throughout the lab
  • Managed the lab's monthly spending by submitting expense reports, and handled most of the bookkeeping and ordering duties

Swim Instructor

Adrian Copeland Swim Club
05.2021 - 09.2023
  • Led daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Taught the school curriculum, to teach skills in order to prepare students for the swim team
  • Incorporated different teaching methods to meet the needs of different students

Exam Proctor

UCSD Academic Integrity Office
11.2021 - 12.2022
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable professors to address pertinent issues
  • Individually monitored classrooms and lecture halls to enforce academic integrity standards
  • Contributed to the start of the new Triton Testing center opening by efficiently working with a team of proctors to provide a testing space for students with special accomodations

Assistant Swim Coach

Seals Aquatics Swim Team
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Helped prepare students for competitive meets across California
  • Guided students through different swimming drills and workouts to increase stamina and improve technique
  • Adapted teaching strategies to match developmental age and abilities of students

Lifeguard (seasonal)

Adrian Copeland Swim Club
05.2019 - 07.2022
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules to maintain a safe and fun environment
  • Worked with a team to carry out opening and closing operations for the pool
  • Taught new lifeguards how to be active on deck, and effective on duty

Sales Associate

Michaels Art Supplies
11.2020 - 04.2021
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to maintain a friendly and cheerful store environment

Club Founder/President

Citizens In Action Club
09.2019 - 06.2020
  • Co-created the club as an outlet for students to get involved in local charities and give back to local causes
  • Organized events with various organizations to set up fundraising events

Sales Associate

See's Candies
10.2018 - 03.2020
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of California - San Diego
La Jolla, CA
06.2024

GED -

Terra Linda High School
San Rafael, CA
06.2020

Skills

    • Attention to detail
    • Effective Communication
    • Strong Work Ethic
    • Organizational Skills
      • Stress Management
      • Time Management
      • Team Collaboration
      • Multitasking Abilities

Certification

  • Food Handler Certified in California (expires June 2025)
  • OSHA Certified (expires January 2024)
  • CPR/First Aid Certified (expires November 2025)
  • Dental X-ray Certified (lifetime in California)

Timeline

Server/Cashier

Crisp Chicken And Tomato
07.2023 - Current

Clinic Floor Manager

UCSD Pre-Dental Society
06.2023 - Current

Private Swim Instructor (Spring/Summer Seasonal)

Sunsational Swim School
06.2023 - Current

Lab Assistant

Hwa Lab
03.2022 - 10.2023

Exam Proctor

UCSD Academic Integrity Office
11.2021 - 12.2022

Assistant Swim Coach

Seals Aquatics Swim Team
06.2021 - 08.2022

Swim Instructor

Adrian Copeland Swim Club
05.2021 - 09.2023

Sales Associate

Michaels Art Supplies
11.2020 - 04.2021

Club Founder/President

Citizens In Action Club
09.2019 - 06.2020

Lifeguard (seasonal)

Adrian Copeland Swim Club
05.2019 - 07.2022

Sales Associate

See's Candies
10.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of California - San Diego

GED -

Terra Linda High School

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