Leah Sexson
Charleston,South Carolina
Summary
I am a hard working, organized and dependable resident of Charleston. I pride myself on my positive attitude and my willingness to learn, as well as how well I work with others.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
BVL Historic Preservation Research
Charleston, SC
01.2024 - Current
- After Completing an Internship with Brittany Lavelle Tulla at BVL HPR, I received the opportunity to continue working as a research assistant.
- Duties include creating historic timelines, historic markers and historic building reports for properties throughout Charleston.
- I use local and online resources such as Sanborn maps, Directories and Census Records, Vertical Files and other sources to research all aspects of properties.
- Time management is an important aspect of this job as a majority of work is completed on my own timeline.
- I manage multiple research projects simultaneously while ensuring accurate record keeping.
Server
Berkeley's
Charleston, SC
01.2022 - Current
- Create a welcoming and positive environment for customers to not only enjoy their food but see their meal as an wonderful experience.
- Obtain extensive knowledge of menu items as well as different types of wine and how to pair them with meals.
- Maintain clean work stations by demonstrating strong attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
- Act as a team player by helping fellow servers to achieve shared goals and ensure all guests are enjoying their experience.
- Ability to use POS systems, relay important information to the kitchen, and use clear communication.
Server
Toast of Charleston
Charleston, SC
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
Seasonal Retail Associate
Sun and Ski Retail Concepts
Avon, CO
12.2020 - 12.2020
- Seasonal sales associate during the winter months.
- Responsibilities included putting clothes out on the floor, ensuring dressing rooms were in order and all clothing was returned to where it belongs.
- I was a very detail oriented associate and often helped customers find items that were the right for their lifestyle in the correct size and color.
- Worked as a team with my fellow sales associates to ensure the shopper had a good experience in the store.
MSCR Program Leader
MADISON METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Madison, WI
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Worked with grades K-5 at an afterschool program where I created weekly lesson plans, planned activities and helped them with their homework.
- Worked with other program leaders to curate fun and engaging activities for the students.
- Safety of the children was my number one priority.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Historic Preservation And Community Planning
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC05-2024
Skills
- Time Management
- Teamwork, Collaboration, and Communication
- Positive and professional
- Customer Service
- Reliability and punctuality
- Digital Research Tools
- Effective Multitasking
- Proficient in Microsoft programs
Languages
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Assistant
BVL Historic Preservation Research
01.2024 - Current
Server
Berkeley's
01.2022 - Current
Server
Toast of Charleston
01.2021 - 12.2021
Seasonal Retail Associate
Sun and Ski Retail Concepts
12.2020 - 12.2020
MSCR Program Leader
MADISON METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
06.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Historic Preservation And Community Planning
College of Charleston
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