Loren King
caledonia,Mississippi
Summary
Compassionate professional with practical experience in daycare settings. Skilled in creating nurturing, educational environments for children of various ages. Demonstrate high level of patience, adaptability and creativity while managing children's daily schedules, including meals, school, and recreational activities. Significant impact on child development by implementing innovative educational programs that stimulate mental and physical growth. Energetic professional in the fast-paced hospitality sector, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in customer service, food safety practices, and cash handling, ensuring smooth operations during peak hours. Excel at teamwork, communication, and adaptability, leveraging these soft skills to enhance customer satisfaction and workplace harmony. Cheerful Hostess knowledgeable about greeting, seating and guiding guests to tables at busy restaurant. Skilled at scheduling dining reservations and addressing guest requests and complaints. Energetic and punctual individual committed to highest quality of service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Worker
Columbus Christian School
Columbus , Mississippi
12.2022 - Current
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Assisted in developing an emergency plan for responding to medical emergencies or other crises at the daycare center.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Instilled discipline and maintained order with children by using simple and commanding directives.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Ensured proper supervision of all activities including outdoor playtime.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
Hostess
Longhorn Steakhouse
Columbus, Mississippi
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted servers in bussing tables when needed during busy periods.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Greeted guests warmly upon arrival, seating them promptly.
Barista
Juva Juice
Columbus, Mississippi
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Customized drink orders based on customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and attention to detail.
- Described menu items to customers and suggested appealing products.
- Created complex, hand-crafted beverages based upon customer preferences.
- Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, including proper food handling and cleanliness standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Caledonia High School
Caledonia, MS05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Music Business
East Mississippi Community College
Mayhew, MSSkills
- Safety and supervision
- Activities leadership
- Social and academic development
- Patience and empathy
- Health and safety
- Dining room maintenance
- Food preparation
- Table setting
- Clear communication
- Seating coordination
- Effective multitasking
- Food safety
- Greeting guests
- Food running
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kappa
- National Honor Society of Leadership And Success
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Daycare Worker
Columbus Christian School
12.2022 - Current
Hostess
Longhorn Steakhouse
06.2022 - 12.2022
Barista
Juva Juice
05.2021 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Caledonia High School
Some College (No Degree) - Music Business
East Mississippi Community College
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