Keira Davis
Sarasota
Summary
Experienced with academic research, group projects, and time management. Utilizes research skills to gather and analyze data effectively, contributing to informed decision-making. Knowledge of collaboration techniques ensures successful teamwork and project completion.
A results-driven learner with a passion for continuous improvement and academic excellence. Proven ability to adapt to new challenges and contribute effectively to team efforts. Reliable and flexible, with strong skills in critical thinking and collaboration. Known for maintaining high standards and delivering quality results.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Olive Garden - Darden Restaurants
07.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
Barista
Teas Days
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote a fun, positive environment.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Participated in inventory management tasks to ensure adequate stock levels for daily operations.
- Assisted customers with dietary restrictions, suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary.
- Balanced cash register accurately at shift's end, demonstrating responsibility and trustworthiness.
- Trained multiple new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of teas, and merchandise.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Learned special recipe items and seasonal offerings to best meet customer needs.
- Closed the building by myself and counted the register, as well as took inventory weekly.
- Managed large events, sometimes up to 100+ people, and efficiently took care of everyone's needs.
- Traveled around town with the owner to promote the small business, as well as went to Ringling College to give out samples of boba at one of their events.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
State College of Florida
Bradenton, FL05-2025
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
- Physical fitness
- Fast learner
- Positive attitude
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Energetic and enthusiastic
- Active listening
- Team support
- Ethical awareness
- Critical reflection
Accomplishments
- I went to State in volleyball as only a freshman in high school.
- I grew up in Washington State and dealt with severe depression in my sophomore year of high school while maintaining a 3.67 GPA. My parents got divorced, and my mom moved my sister and me down to Sarasota Florida. I started at a new high school (Sarasota Christian School) for my junior year and was still severely depressed. I got severely bullied by the teachers and students specifically my junior year, knocking my GPA down to 3.56. My senior year, I still dealt with bullying, a little less though, but I still graduated with a 3.60 GPA.
- I was on both school's worship teams for all 4 years of high school.
- I went on a mission trip to the Tenderloin district in San Francisco in 2019.
- I played many sports: Volleyball, basketball, soccer, softball, gymnastics, and dance.
- I was in Key Club.
Timeline
Server
Olive Garden - Darden Restaurants
07.2023 - Current
Barista
Teas Days
01.2022 - 07.2023
Associate of Arts - Psychology
State College of Florida
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