LaRon Denson
Carson,CA
Summary
Dynamic Head Coach with a proven track record of enhancing team performance through strategic planning and effective motivation. Expertise in performance analysis and problem-solving drives teams to achieve their goals efficiently. Highly skilled in leadership and communication, fostering resilience and adaptability to navigate challenges under pressure.
High-energy professional skilled at welcoming guests, maintaining entrances and balancing server loads to optimize operations. Collaborative, hardworking and efficient at prioritizing and handling simultaneous tasks to promote positive dining experiences.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach/Trainer for High School Level
Team Socal Basketball
Fullerton
05.2018 - 08.2024
- Developed a comprehensive training curriculum to teach developing athletes communication and teamwork skills up to 2x faster, enabling successful performance at the high school and college levels.
- Mentored a team of 10 and facilitated team collaboration by running various group activities that promoted a 350% improvement in cohesion.
- Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
- Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to build effective game plans.
- Served as a mentor for student-athletes on the team by providing guidance in academics, athletics, and personal development. Currently, there are 14 college students on track to graduate on time.
On Campus Security
Sierra Canyon School
Chatsworth, CA
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided safety and security services to students, faculty, and staff on campus.
- Investigated suspicious activities or incidents reported by members of the community.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Patrolled assigned areas of campus property to detect any criminal activity or disturbances.
- Assisted with traffic control during events on campus.
- Maintained order within student residence halls, classrooms, and other public areas of the campus grounds.
- Assisted in controlling access to facilities such as laboratories, libraries, and computer rooms.
- Assisted with crowd control during large sporting events or other special occasions held on campus.
Basketball Coach
Sierra Canyon School
Chatsworth, CA
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Head coach for freshmen and sophomores, assisted the JV and varsity teams as well.
- Supervised team members during practice sessions and games to ensure safety of all participants.
- Maintained accurate records of players' individual progress throughout the season.
- Organized off-season conditioning programs focused on strength training and cardiovascular endurance.
- Instructed players in proper techniques for shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, defense and offense.
- Developed and implemented practice plans, game strategies, and drills to improve team performance.
- Facilitated transportation for players. Whether finding a driver or driving the team myself.
Server/Host
Red Robin
Orange, CA
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
Basketball Coach
North High School
Torrance, CA
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Facilitated weekly meetings to facilitate coaching sessions for 20+ youth players, teaching effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
- Identified areas for improvement and built individualized goal-setting plans for each player, resulting in back-to-back winning seasons.
- Lead group activities and initiatives to motivate team cooperation; directed the team in creating an environment where kids can have fun while holding themselves and their teammates accountable.
Cashier/Customer Service/Baker
Mrs. Fields
Glendale
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Monitored inventory stock levels and restocked goods to maintain optimal levels, resulting in a decrease in back orders
- Produced over 200 cookies per week and responded to customer inquiries & requests within 24 hours, increasing customer satisfaction rating by 20%
- Efficiently sanitized all stainless steel trays, knives and cutting boards daily, ensuring a germ-free environment for baking operations
- Streamlined dough prep processes by reorganizing bakery utensils to reduce wasted time by 75%, resulting in an increased customer satisfaction rate of 20%
Server/Busser/Host
House of Shabu Shabu 1 & 2
Irvine & Anaheim
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Expedited customer satisfaction by seating guests, taking orders, serving dishes, and promptly removing uneeded dishware
- Managed orders and completing financial transactions using different digital point of sale (P.O.S) systems
- Leveraged knowledge of menu to better make recommendations based on customers needs or preferences, including upselling complementary drinks and dishes to guests
- Solo'd hectic lunch shifts while handling most customer concerns with a positive and friendly attitude
Coach/Trainer
ISO Elite Basketball
Pomona
03.2017 - 06.2018
- Instructed 80+ youth on essential competitive basketball drills, increasing physical fitness
- Instilled youth with hardwork and determination to set high goals and have fun
Youth Leader: President
Calvary Presbyterian Church - Wilmington
Wilmington
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Fostered group dynamics through planning robust bible study groups for 50+ youth group participants, with average attendance rising from 50% to 75%
- Coordinated & implemented $5k worth of events to facilitate spiritual growth among 350 members, increasing church engagement by 15%
Youth Leader: Vice President
Calvary Presbyterian Church - Wilmington
Wilmington
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Developed & championed inclusivity initiatives to create a sense of belonging for 50+ youth members, resulting in an increase of church attendees by 30%
- Handled the responsibilities of other leaders that couldn't be present; including addressing the church with upcoming events, leading meetings, taking notes, and bookkeeping
Education
High School Diploma -
Tustin, CA06.2014
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Conversational skills
- Sense of humor
- Reliability
- Problem solving
- Working under pressure
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Knowledge of point-of-sale systems and restaurant equipment
Leadership Experience
- Youth Leader: Vice President, Calvary Presbyterian Church - Wilmington, Wilmington, CA, 01/01/13, 01/01/14, Developed & championed inclusivity initiatives to create a sense of belonging for 50+ youth members, resulting in an increase of church attendees by 30%., Handled the responsibilities of other leaders that couldn't be present; including addressing the church with upcoming events, leading meetings, taking notes, and bookkeeping.
- Youth Leader: President, Calvary Presbyterian Church - Wilmington, Wilmington, CA, 01/01/14, 01/01/15, Fostered group dynamics through planning robust bible study groups for 50+ youth group participants, with average attendance rising from 50% to 75%., Coordinated & implemented $5k worth of events to facilitate spiritual growth among 350 members, increasing church engagement by 15%.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
On Campus Security
Sierra Canyon School
10.2023 - 06.2024
Basketball Coach
Sierra Canyon School
09.2023 - 03.2024
Server/Host
Red Robin
03.2023 - 07.2023
Cashier/Customer Service/Baker
Mrs. Fields
06.2022 - 02.2023
Basketball Coach
North High School
08.2021 - 03.2023
Server/Busser/Host
House of Shabu Shabu 1 & 2
11.2019 - 04.2022
Head Coach/Trainer for High School Level
Team Socal Basketball
05.2018 - 08.2024
Coach/Trainer
ISO Elite Basketball
03.2017 - 06.2018
Youth Leader: President
Calvary Presbyterian Church - Wilmington
01.2014 - 01.2015
Youth Leader: Vice President
Calvary Presbyterian Church - Wilmington
01.2013 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
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