Organized and dependable worker; successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Paralegal -Sara Philbrick
Workers Comp Law Firm
Santa Barbara, CA
2021.03 - 2023.08
Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
Santa Barbara, CA
2018.09 - 2022.09
Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
In-Room Dining Server
Hotel Californian
Santa Barbara, CA
2021.04 - 2022.01
Prepared special services for guests such as honeymoon and other romantic packages.
Cleared dishes, trays and carts from rooms with discretion and professionalism.
Verified accuracy and quality of orders before delivery.
Answered detailed questions about menu items, contents and preparation methods to help guests make informed decisions.
Offered knowledgeable suggestions about foods and related wine pairings to guests with discerning tastes.
Restocked supplies to keep team efficient and ready for guests' orders.
Used downtime to get ahead of support work such as folding napkins, wrapping silverware and polishing glasses.
Waitress
Denny's Restaurant
Santa Barbara, CA
2017.05 - 2018.09
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Tax Assistant
Ramsaur, Hartmann & Co.
Santa Barbara, CA
2009.03 - 2011.06
Liaised with accountants to confirm accuracy of client tax returns.
Calculated estimated tax payments for clients.
Facilitated communication between clients and tax authorities.
Analyzed financial documents to accurately reflect client information on tax returns.
Bookkeeper
Matilija Pure Water Systems
Santa Barbara, CA
2007.01 - 2009.02
Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Dolphin Enterprises
Morgan Hill, CA
2006.02 - 2006.12
Fragrance Manager
Gottschalks
Fresno
2005.09 - 2006.01
Waitress
Your Place
Sonora, CA
2003.10 - 2005.08
Dietary Aide
Sonora Community Hospital
Sonora, CA
2002.07 - 2003.09
Education
Associate - Business
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA
2006.03 - 2008.07
H.S. Diploma - undefined
Don Pedro High School
La Grange, CA
Skills
Serving Experienceundefined
Certification
CA Driver's License
Additional Information
Golf Cart Certified
CA Drivers License
Food Handler's Certificate
Timeline
In-Room Dining Server
Hotel Californian
2021.04 - 2022.01
Paralegal -Sara Philbrick
Workers Comp Law Firm
2021.03 - 2023.08
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
2018.09 - 2022.09
Waitress
Denny's Restaurant
2017.05 - 2018.09
Tax Assistant
Ramsaur, Hartmann & Co.
2009.03 - 2011.06
Bookkeeper
Matilija Pure Water Systems
2007.01 - 2009.02
Associate - Business
Santa Barbara City College
2006.03 - 2008.07
Dolphin Enterprises
2006.02 - 2006.12
Fragrance Manager
Gottschalks
2005.09 - 2006.01
Waitress
Your Place
2003.10 - 2005.08
Dietary Aide
Sonora Community Hospital
2002.07 - 2003.09
H.S. Diploma - undefined
Don Pedro High School
CA Driver's License
Food Handler Certification
Golf Cart Certified
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