Leigh Timmerman
Fort Worth,Texas
Summary
Seasoned Educator and Hospitality Professional experienced in enhancing student learning environments and creating enjoyable dining experiences. Achieved positive academic outcomes and guest satisfaction through effective classroom management, differentiated instruction, and strong interpersonal skills. Focused on fostering educational development and maintaining organized, collaborative environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Hostess
Silver Fox Steakhouse
Fort Worth, TX
05.2025 - 05.2027
- Welcomed guests warmly, ensuring a positive first impression and exceptional customer service.
- Managed reservations efficiently, optimizing seating arrangements for peak dining times.
- Coordinated with kitchen and waitstaff to streamline guest flow and enhance dining experience.
- Trained new hostesses on front-of-house procedures and customer interaction to maintain service quality.
- Provided accurate information on hours, seating, and menu to enhance guest experience.
- Confirmed server readiness before seating customers to ensure smooth service. with servers to confirm preparedness before seating customers.
Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, Texas
08.1996 - 12.2026
- Implemented school's curriculum tailored to unique learning needs, fostering individualized student development.
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic growth.
- Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with staff to address challenges, improving overall student support.
- Managed student behavioral issues to enhance classroom learning environment and promote student engagement.
Key Holder
Everything But Water
Fort Worth, Texas
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Executed daily opening and closing procedures, ensuring accurate cash drawer counts, balanced receipts, and resolved discrepancies.
- Guided customers in product selection and facilitated price checks, returns, exchanges, and special orders to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Supervised daily store operations to ensure optimal customer service and product availability.
- Trained and mentored staff on sales techniques and inventory management practices.
- Managed cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Front Desk
Courtside Kitchen
Fort Worth, Texas
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Utilized Microsoft Office Suite to streamline daily operations and improve workflow.
- Balanced cash drawer at the end of each shift with precision to ensure financial accuracy.
- Collaborated with team members to swiftly identify and implement effective solutions to challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LACertification in Education - Education
Texas A&M University- Texarkana
College Station, TXSkills
- Welcoming Guests
- Guest Experience
- Customer Engagement
- Customer Relations
- Conflict Resolution
- Effective Communication
- Table Management
- Booking Management
- Event Coordination
- Team Coordination
- Team Collaboration
- Guest Networking
- Customer support
- Positive Attitude
- Classroom Management
- Relationship management
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess
Silver Fox Steakhouse
05.2025 - 05.2027
Key Holder
Everything But Water
09.2022 - 02.2023
Front Desk
Courtside Kitchen
05.2022 - 08.2022
Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
08.1996 - 12.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Louisiana State University
Certification in Education - Education
Texas A&M University- Texarkana