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Lydia Vanhyning

Renton,WA

Summary

I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I have a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I am experienced in executing social media strategies across social platforms and flex easily with new information and branding changes to consistently exceed targets for engagement, acquisition and retention.

I am also an experienced professional with background in dental practice management. I offer expertise in sterilization procedures, infection control and oral health care.

Lastly, I am a talented Server who brings skills in order management, payment processing and upselling. Stay current on menu items and consistently offer targeted recommendations to meet individual customer needs. Knowledgeable about handling special dietary requirements and general food safety standards.

Gaps in resume are indicative of being a stay at home mother for periods of time.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Cactus Restaurants Ltd.
11.2023 - Current
  • Learned and utilized extensive bar and wine knowledge to enhance guest dining experiences.
  • Suggested wine pairings to go with specific menu items.
  • Ran food from chefs to guest tables with dishes that required special serving techniques.
  • Managed sections for smooth flow of guests and orders.
  • Memorized a continually updated menu
  • Rolled silverware, set up tables and polished glassware and silverware.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.

Social Media Manager and Sales Representative

Sunrise Shading
01.2020 - Current
  • Increased customer engagement through social media.
  • Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.
  • Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
  • Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results.
  • Improved page content, keyword relevancy, and branding to achieve search engine optimization goals.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Boosted sales by conferring with customers to evaluate purchase requirements and recommend best-fit company offerings.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.

Registered Dental Assistant

Nurture Kids Dentistry
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, and impressions.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images by for review by dentist.
  • Supported dentists during procedures to restore teeth, like dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns, and sealants.

Invoicing Clerk and Packaging

MicroConnex
08.2018 - 04.2019
  • Cross-checked purchase order, receiving report and invoice to validate invoice accuracy before payment.
  • Analyzed project commitments, cost flow and expenditures to support monitoring and reporting.
  • Tracked approved and unapproved invoicing to produce critical month-end metrics.
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates.
  • Labeled, recorded and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system.

Barista

Starbucks
06.2014 - 01.2015
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
  • Streamlined order processing through accurate cash handling and efficient use of the point-of-sale system.
  • Demonstrated expertise in various brewing techniques, ensuring consistent quality across all drinks served.
  • Educated customers on coffee offerings, promoting upselling opportunities and enhancing their overall experience.
  • Kept up-to-date with industry trends, incorporating new ideas into drink preparation and presentation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Si High School
Snoqualmie, WA
06.2013

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Patient Schedule Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Strong Manual Dexterity
  • High-Volume Dining
  • Dining Customer Service
  • Ordering Procedures
  • Menu Memorization
  • Hospitality and Accommodation
  • Wine Knowledge
  • Cool Under Pressure
  • Time Management
  • Leadership Excellence

Timeline

Server

Cactus Restaurants Ltd.
11.2023 - Current

Registered Dental Assistant

Nurture Kids Dentistry
10.2022 - 05.2023

Social Media Manager and Sales Representative

Sunrise Shading
01.2020 - Current

Invoicing Clerk and Packaging

MicroConnex
08.2018 - 04.2019

Barista

Starbucks
06.2014 - 01.2015

High School Diploma -

Mount Si High School
Lydia Vanhyning