Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Timeline

Marlena Slade

Puttshack
Vero Beach,FL
7
years of professional experience

Professional in customer service with track record of delivering high standards of hospitality in busy restaurant settings. Consistently maintained welcoming atmosphere and effectively managed tables to ensure smooth operations. Valued for strong teamwork and ability to adapt to changing demands while focusing on customer satisfaction and efficiency.

Work History

Waitress, Maintnance Tech, Event Ambassador, Host

1 Year 11 Months
Puttshack | 02.2024 - 01.2026
  • Worked multiple positions and even during the same shift
  • Trained new staff on menu offerings and service standards, enhancing team performance.
  • Managed cash register operations, balancing receipts at end of shifts for accuracy.
  • Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and proper use of tools and equipment.
  • Implemented process improvements resulting in reduced repair times and increased service quality.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Trained new reception team members on administrative procedures and software tools.

Fulfillment Team Member

3 Months
Target | 10.2023 - 01.2024
  • Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
  • Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
  • Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete timely orders and avoid delays.
  • Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.

Hotel Associate

6 Months
Petsmart, Framingham, Pet | 07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners.
  • Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.

Sales Associate

10 Months
Tjmaxx | 09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.

Waitress

2 Years 2 Months
33 All American Diner | 01.2019 - 03.2021
  • I was used as a backup worker when others were sick or when capacity was at max.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.

Education

High School Diploma

Framingham High School | Framingham, MA | 06.2022

GPA: 3.6

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

Indian River State College | Ft. Pierce, FL | 12.2027

Associate of Science

Massachusetts Bay Community College | Wellesley Hills, MA | 12.2025

Skills

Customer communication
Register trained
Organization
Collaboration
Order taking
Attention to detail
Payment processing
Liquor
wine
and food service
Hand and power tools
Electrical troubleshooting
Mechanical repair
Equipment installation

Additional Information

  • Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society, National Honors Society
  • Highfive award from mayor
  • CPR certified
  • LANGUAGES English and Partial Spanish

Timeline

Waitress, Maintnance Tech, Event Ambassador, Host

Puttshack
02.2024 - 01.2026Read More

Fulfillment Team Member

Target
10.2023 - 01.2024Read More

Hotel Associate

Petsmart, Framingham, Pet
07.2022 - 01.2023Read More

Sales Associate

Tjmaxx
09.2020 - 07.2021Read More

Waitress

33 All American Diner
01.2019 - 03.2021Read More

Indian River State College

Bachelor of Science from Healthcare Management
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Framingham High School

High School Diploma
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Massachusetts Bay Community College

Associate of Science
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Marlena Slade