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Lily Taylor

Escondido,CA

Summary

Dedicated student at San Diego State University pursuing a degree in Sustainability/Environmental Science. With extensive experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry, I excel in customer service, multitasking, and communication. I am committed to promoting sustainable practices and enhancing guest experiences.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

House and Pet Sitter

Housekeeping
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Fed and walked pets, cleaning up after pets indoors and outdoors.
  • Communicated with homeowner via phone or text. Identified needs and coordinated plans.
  • Completed household tasks by assisting with laundry, cleaning and grocery shopping.


Server

Harlow's Restaurant, Cocktail Bar & Lounge
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Serviced guests with food and beverage requests in a timely and professional manner
  • Informed customers about many different flavor profiles for a fun and unique dining experience
  • Used slow periods to buss and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean and restocked

Pool/Gate Attendant, Rover, Tram/Trolley Driver

The Welk Resort
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Monitoring and regulating safety while helping guests with activities and amenities at the pools and gates
  • As a tram driver, I safely transported guests throughout the resort in a timely manner

Hostess/Server

Fresco Grill
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Managed reservations, seating, and to-go orders, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times
  • Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies
  • Helped facilitate cooperation between service and kitchen staff

Banquet Server

Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests and bridal parties
  • Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs
  • Directed guests around gardens and answered questions about event plans and food choices

Courtesy Clerk

Albertsons Grocery Store
10.2019 - 06.2020
  • Bagged groceries and assisted customers with large purchases by carrying items to vehicles
  • Collected and cleaned shopping carts from parking lot
  • Maintained cleanliness of aisles, checkout areas, breakrooms, and restrooms

Hostess

127 West Social House
06.2017 - 10.2017
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sustainability/Environmental Science

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
06.2025

Mira Costa College
Oceanside, CA

Palomar College
San Marcos, CA

High School Diploma -

Fallbrook High School
Fallbrook, CA
06.2021

Skills

  • Flexible and innovative
  • Guest engagement/Customer service
  • Order management
  • Cleaning proficiency/Food safety practices
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Time management
  • Event setup and breakdown
  • Wine pairing knowledge
  • German basics
  • American Sign Language basics

Certification

  • San Diego Food Handlers License
  • Responsible Beverage Service License
  • California Driver's License

Additional Information

Hobbies:

  • Internationally well-traveled (25+ countries)
  • Outdoor activities
  • Science research
  • Arts and crafts

Community Service:

  • National Charity League, Boys and Girls Club of North County San Diego, Fallbrook Food Pantry, Angel Society, Fallbrook Historical Society, Surfrider Foundation, Fallbrook Community Center, Fallbrook Library, and Fallbrook Land Conservancy.



Timeline

House and Pet Sitter

Housekeeping
08.2023 - 07.2024

Server

Harlow's Restaurant, Cocktail Bar & Lounge
10.2022 - 05.2023

Pool/Gate Attendant, Rover, Tram/Trolley Driver

The Welk Resort
06.2022 - 09.2022

Hostess/Server

Fresco Grill
03.2021 - 04.2022

Banquet Server

Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens
03.2021 - 03.2022

Courtesy Clerk

Albertsons Grocery Store
10.2019 - 06.2020

Hostess

127 West Social House
06.2017 - 10.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Sustainability/Environmental Science

San Diego State University

Mira Costa College

Palomar College

High School Diploma -

Fallbrook High School
Lily Taylor