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Kaylie Cacioppo

Costa Mesa,CA

Summary

Professional hospitality worker, ready to excel in fast-paced environment. Proven track record in ensuring exceptional customer service and satisfaction. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, consistently meeting changing needs. Skilled in managing multiple tasks, handling customer inquiries, and maintaining clean and organized workspace. Reliable and results-driven, with positive attitude and excellent communication skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Host, Takeout, Expo, Food Runner, Server

BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse
05.2024 - Current
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by attentively listening to guest needs and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.

managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.

  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Volunteer

Aquarium of the Pacific
06.2023 - Current
  • Caring for the fish and invertebrates living in the many exhibits throughout the Aquarium
  • Inspired a greater sense of responsibility towards the environment by sharing personal experiences and stories with participants during workshops and presentations.
  • Educating and motivating guests to be more active in the conservation of the animals and the world around us
  • Demonstrating clear instruction and guidance over a microphone in order to show guests how to pet the animals and providing information about them

Sales Associate

Jacks Surfboards
08.2020 - 08.2024
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.

Seasonal Fulfillment

Nordstrom
11.2023 - 01.2024
  • Streamlined fulfillment processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions to improve workflow.
  • Prioritized tasks to meet dynamic conditions and changing company demands.
  • Ensured proper documentation of all shipments, minimizing delays due to customs or other regulatory requirements.
  • Handled production picking, packing and shipping orders.

Education

Hospitality, Travel, Tourism - Flight Attendant Training Program

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
05-2025

Diploma -

Pacifica High School
06.2020

Skills

  • Team collaboration and relationship building
  • Effective time management
  • Multitasking proficiency
  • Up-selling techniques
  • First aid training
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Critical thinking and problem resolution
  • Cash handling
  • Sabre software familiarity
  • Food and beverage safety and service
  • Strong understanding of Customer service

Timeline

Host, Takeout, Expo, Food Runner, Server

BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse
05.2024 - Current

Seasonal Fulfillment

Nordstrom
11.2023 - 01.2024

Volunteer

Aquarium of the Pacific
06.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Jacks Surfboards
08.2020 - 08.2024

Hospitality, Travel, Tourism - Flight Attendant Training Program

Orange Coast College

Diploma -

Pacifica High School
Kaylie Cacioppo