Kendra Kempf
Raleigh,NC
Summary
An enthusiastic team player eager to contribute to team success through hard work, excellent communication and a motivation to learn, grow and excel. Dependable achiever committed to holding highest ethical standards and maintaining trust within the team.
Dynamic professional dedicated to athlete mentorship, skilled in enhancing performance and fostering teamwork. Strong communicator adept at resolving concerns and ensuring sportsmanship on the court. Dedicated to creating a positive environment that promotes growth, trust, and collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Volleyball Official
NCHSAA
Durham, NC
10.2024 - Current
- Officiated competitive volleyball matches across various age groups and skill levels.
- Enforced rules and regulations to ensure fair play and sportsmanship during games.
- Collaborated with coaches and players to communicate decisions and clarify rules.
Volleyball Official
USAV
Raleigh, NC
01.2024 - Current
- Officiated competitive volleyball matches across various age groups and skill levels.
- Enforced rules and regulations to ensure fair play and sportsmanship during games.
- Collaborated with coaches and players to communicate decisions and clarify rules.
Coach
NC Elite Volleyball Club
Raleigh, NC
10.2023 - Current
- Developed training programs to enhance athlete performance and skills.
- Coordinated team practices to improve teamwork and communication among players.
- Analyzed player performance data to inform coaching strategies and decisions.
Client Service Representative
RTI
Raleigh, NC
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed client inquiries and provided timely support for service-related issues.
- Coordinated communication between clients and internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Resolved customer complaints by identifying issues and implementing appropriate solutions.
Coach
WCPSS
Raleigh, NC
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Developed training programs to enhance athlete performance and skills.
- Coordinated team practices to improve teamwork and communication among players.
- Analyzed player performance data to inform coaching strategies and decisions.
Coach
DPS
Durham, NC
08.2018 - 08.2023
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Established professional relationships with team members and coaches.
- Communicated rules and expectations to student athletes and performed necessary corrective actions.
Coach
Jammers Volleyball Club
Durham, NC
10.2016 - 05.2023
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Established professional relationships with team members and coaches.
- Communicated rules and expectations to student athletes and performed necessary corrective actions.
Client Services Associate
Stifel
Raleigh, NC
10.2018 - 09.2022
- Issue and deposit checks
- Implemented new company platform initiatives, learning and mastering new technologies to improve client service.
- Checked office supply levels, anticipated needs and placed orders for appropriate stock levels.
- Built sustainable client relationships built on trust by applying excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Managed and updated physical and digital client account information to keep records accurate and current.
- Resolved office equipment issues and scheduled service for advanced problems.
Seasonal Sales Associate
Torrid
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
- Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling cashier functions
- Styled displays
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout and shopping areas by sweeping floors, emptying trash cans, re- shelving products, and wiping down surfaces
- Unbox and organize new shipments
- Label and reprice sale items
Senior Unit Clerk/ Supervisor
Sodexo
Durham, NC
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Administered time clock exceptions and edits
- Managed inventory and orders for multiple service locations
- Handled cash inputs and assisted with payroll
- Checked out diners via P.O.S
- Platform
- Increased efficiency and performance by monitoring team member productivity and providing feedback
- Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces
- Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills
Breakfast / Lunch Cook
The Heritage at Brentwood
Brentwood, TN
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Prepared and served meals
- Ensured proper cleanliness of work area
- Made meals for specialty diets
Head Cook Blakeford
Green Hills
Nashville, TN
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Prepared and served meals
- Managed other kitchen staff to ensure timely and correct execution of menu items
- Assisted with par levels and placing orders to ensure necessary products were on hand to complete the schedules meals
- Effective liaison between residents and internal departments
Cook
Seasons Restaurant
Franklin, TN
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Managed restaurant opening and organizations
- Developed recipes, menus, and organizational procedures
- Trained employees
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary
Prep Cook/ Corporate Trainer
Tupelo Honey Cafe
Raleigh, NC
09.2013 - 01.2016
- Ensure proper preparation of food per company recipes
- Trained new employees on proper procedures
- Traveled to and trained new staff at new store openings
- Established par levels for prep items
- Made mixes and syrups for the bar
- Assisted with produce orders and par levels
Shift Supervisor
Firewurst
Raleigh, NC
11.2012 - 09.2013
- Placed stock orders
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply
- Cashed out registers and balanced safes
- Established par levels
- Organized and prepared catering orders
- Managed FOH and BOH staff to ensure proper service and food preparation
- Took customer orders and cashed out via P.O.S
- System
- Conducted shift inspections to evaluate operational activities and implement timely resolutions for diverse concerns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ravenscroft School
Raleigh, NCSome College (No Degree) - Physical Education, Spanish
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NCSkills
- Rule enforcement
- Referee rule knowledge
- Game strategy analysis
- Technical skill training
- Player development
- Mentoring youth athletes
- Player motivation
- Team bonding
- Adaptive coaching style
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Positive reinforcement techniques
Timeline
Volleyball Official
NCHSAA
10.2024 - Current
Volleyball Official
USAV
01.2024 - Current
Coach
NC Elite Volleyball Club
10.2023 - Current
Coach
WCPSS
08.2023 - 10.2023
Client Service Representative
RTI
10.2022 - 08.2024
Client Services Associate
Stifel
10.2018 - 09.2022
Seasonal Sales Associate
Torrid
09.2018 - 01.2019
Coach
DPS
08.2018 - 08.2023
Coach
Jammers Volleyball Club
10.2016 - 05.2023
Senior Unit Clerk/ Supervisor
Sodexo
09.2016 - 05.2018
Breakfast / Lunch Cook
The Heritage at Brentwood
07.2016 - 09.2016
Head Cook Blakeford
Green Hills
05.2016 - 07.2016
Cook
Seasons Restaurant
01.2016 - 05.2016
Prep Cook/ Corporate Trainer
Tupelo Honey Cafe
09.2013 - 01.2016
Shift Supervisor
Firewurst
11.2012 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Ravenscroft School
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Education, Spanish
University of North Carolina At Wilmington