Kathryn Martinez
Reading,PA
Summary
High-energy Recreational Leader adept at developing exciting calendar events to maximize budgetary resources while fulfilling community desires. Talented problem-solver with personable and open style.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Orientation Leader
Alvernia University
400 St Bernardine St, Reading, PA 19607
08.2024 - Current
- Adapted quickly to changing plans or circumstances during orientation events, maintaining a professional and positive attitude throughout.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills by addressing issues that arose during orientation events swiftly and efficiently.
- Implemented icebreaker activities during orientation events, encouraging relationship-building among peers.
- Utilized excellent public speaking skills to deliver clear, concise information about college policies and expectations during presentations.
- Provided ongoing support to new students throughout their first semester, fostering positive relationships and academic success.
Golden Guide Ambassador
Alvernia University
400 St Bernardine St, Reading, PA 19607
05.2024 - Current
- Represented the college at various recruitment events, showcasing its unique advantages to potential students.
- Showcased campus highlights while weaving in anecdotes of student life, creating a memorable experience for visitors.
- Assisted prospective students in understanding college offerings through tailored presentations.
- Served as an accessible resource for visiting families navigating campus grounds, directing them towards essential facilities such as parking lots or dining halls.
- Cultivated strong relationships with admissions staff members, working together seamlessly to deliver comprehensive support throughout each step of the enrollment process.
Cake Decorator
McCaffrey's Food Market
Langhorne, PA
04.2020 - Current
- Designed specialty cakes in bulk.
- Kept work area safe and sanitized by washing utensils, tools, and countertops.
- Maintained sanitary food prep station by following established safety procedures and sanitizing instructions.
- Used variety of baking and decorating tools such as mixers, carving tools, and confectionery products.
- Coordinated services under supervision of lead baker.
- Packaged finished products for sale.
Restaurant Hostess
Las Margaritas Restaurant
Southampton, PA
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
Camp Counselor
Spring Mill Country Club
Ivyland, PA
06.2018 - 08.2019
- 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.
- Escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
Education
High School Diploma -
William Tennent High School
Warminster, PA06.2022
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Safe Work Practices
- Child and Adolescent Mentoring
- Issue Identification
- Positive Engagement
- Time Management
- Problem Resolution
- Behavioral Issue Response
- Group Leadership
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Flexibility
- Dependability
- Attention to Detail
- Punctual and Reliable
- Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
Proud Heritage Scholarship recipient, and Deans List Criminal Justice student maintaining a 3.7 GPA.
Affiliations
- Alpha Phi Sigma Honor Society
- Saint Thomas More Honor Society
- Criminal Justice Association
Timeline
Student Orientation Leader
Alvernia University
08.2024 - Current
Golden Guide Ambassador
Alvernia University
05.2024 - Current
Cake Decorator
McCaffrey's Food Market
04.2020 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Las Margaritas Restaurant
09.2019 - 03.2020
Camp Counselor
Spring Mill Country Club
06.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
William Tennent High School