Leah Dennison
Naperville,Illinois
Summary
I am a hard-working Freshman attending the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, majoring in English Secondary Education. I am outgoing, responsible, dedicated, and a leader with the ability to multi-task.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server
Bar Louie
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by greeting, seating and 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.
Hostess
Empire Burgers and Brew
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Cleaned front of house and ensured menus were organized and usable
Summer Camp Director
Kidz Kabaret
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed up to 20 children ages K-8th at a time.
- Cooperated with other directors to direct, choreograph, and costume mini-musicals.
- Taught groups of students in week-long summer camps.
- Helped backstage and on stage with performance through line cues, stage transitions, and dances.
Food Handler
Dairy Queen
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow during peak service hours, contributing to an efficient operation.
- Consistently maintained a positive attitude and strong work ethic, contributing to a high-performing team environment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels and timely reordering of supplies.
- Made Dairy Queen treats ensuring all standards were met.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - English Education
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05-2028
High School Diploma -
Neuqua Valley High School
Naperville, IL05-2024
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Communication
- Organization
- Multi-tasking
Accomplishments
- 2024 Dean's List (University of Illinois)
- Club Ambassador 2025-2026 (CHAARG, University of Illinois)
- Four-time Neuqua Honors Recipient
- Indian Prairie Scholar (Neuqua Valley)
Certification
- B.A.S.S.E.T.
- Trust20 Food Handler
Timeline
Server
Bar Louie
05.2024 - 08.2024
Hostess
Empire Burgers and Brew
06.2023 - 11.2023
Food Handler
Dairy Queen
05.2022 - 09.2022
Summer Camp Director
Kidz Kabaret
08.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor's Degree - English Education
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
High School Diploma -
Neuqua Valley High School
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