Margaret Stokes
Alachua,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic Student with strong skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to bring above average user skills in all areas.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress
Ballywhoo
Gainesville, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Participated in team meetings to discuss new menu items or changes in policy.
- Enforced safety guidelines for employees and patrons of the restaurant.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Assisted in seating guests at tables or booths.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
- Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts for customers.
Assistant Wedding Coordinator
Valley View Wedding and Events
Alameda, FL
12.2022 - Current
- Conducted site visits prior to each event in order to familiarize oneself with layout and location of venues.
- Prepared contracts for vendors and ensured that all necessary documents were signed prior to the wedding date.
- Assisted with setup and breakdown of ceremony and reception sites on the day of the wedding.
- Maintained professional demeanor at all times while interacting with clients or attending wedding-related functions.
- Monitored guest list updates throughout the planning process to ensure accurate numbers were provided to vendors.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends in weddings, such as color schemes and decorating ideas, so as to provide relevant advice when requested.
- Resolved any issues that arose during the wedding day in order to keep things running smoothly.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of flowers, catering services, photography services, and other related items.
- Managed safe and smooth food delivery at banquets, conferences and social events.
- Created program activities, agendas and budgets based on client requirements.
Preview Stafffer
New Student And Family Programs
Gainesville, FL
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Advised and Supported: Acted as a peer advisor, resource, and role model to almost 10,000 new students, aiding their transition to the University of Florida.
• Leadership & Training: Completed extensive Leadership & Training Course, EDA 4930; that focused on campus resources, leadership, facilitation skills, public speaking development, and academic advising knowledge.
• Collaboration: Worked closely with 55 fellow team members consistently on campus tours, family panels, small groups, logistical tasks, and with academic advisors during small groups and schedule registration.
• Academics: Learned about all academic colleges at the University of Florida, completed a course and exam on student scheduling and critical tracking, and served as a peer advisor for students needing additional academic assistance.
• Customer Service: Ensured new students and families felt welcomed and supported, addressing their needs promptly and effectively, walking guests to sessions, storing luggage, answering questions at the support desk throughout all orientation sessions
• Institutional Pride: Possess excitement and pride for the university by discussing the positives of the collegiate experience and benefits of the university while also incorporating chants and cheers to welcome students & families
• Critical Thinking: Ability to problem solve, demonstrate critical thinking skills, remain flexible under pressure, and manage conflict and difficult conversations with students & families
• Logistics: Worked logistical behind-the-scenes shifts that included setting up and breaking down signs, packing student bags, packing family bags, setting up laptops, and computer troubleshooting for campus partners and advisors. As a team packed 18,000+ bags for students and guests.
• Campus Representative: Served as the first face of the university to many students and guests, traveled to the Southern Regional Orientation Workshop in Charlotte, North Carolina to represent the University of Florida in various competitions
• Social Media: Created and posted engaging content to highlight the Preview Staffer position, campus offices, and resources; consistently answered student questions and fostered an interactive community digitally with incoming students
Assistant Debate Coach
Santa Fe High School
Alachua, FL
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Organized and facilitated student debates on a variety of topics.
- Provided guidance to students in developing persuasive strategies.
- Provided support and encouragement to individual team members before competitions.
- Evaluated student performance during debates and provided constructive feedback.
- Attended competitions as coach and mentor for debate teams representing the school.
- Developed innovative ways to engage students in the debate process.
- Prepared materials such as handouts and worksheets for use in class sessions.
- Advised debaters on techniques for responding effectively to opponents' arguments.
- Researched current issues relevant to upcoming debates for use by teams in preparation.
- Instructed students in the use of critical thinking skills when debating an issue.
- Created activities that promoted public speaking and communication skills among students.
- Assisted students in researching, preparing, and presenting their arguments for debate.
- Edited speeches written by debaters prior to competition events.
- Delivered extensive mentoring and training to team members, guiding through each testing step.
- Provided team members with motivation and coaching.
- Encouraged camaraderie and great sportsmanship by advocating support and encouragement of each other by team members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-2027
Skills
- Harmony
- Developer
- Achiever
- Empathy
- Consistancy
Timeline
Waitress
Ballywhoo
08.2024 - Current
Preview Stafffer
New Student And Family Programs
11.2023 - 01.2025
Assistant Wedding Coordinator
Valley View Wedding and Events
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Debate Coach
Santa Fe High School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of Florida
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