Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Interests
Personal Experiences
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Matthew Tallman

Portage,MI

Summary

Friendly and hardworking student with a positive attitude and a strong desire to grow in the hospitality industry. Brings the ability to quickly adapt, stay organized, and create a welcoming environment. Possesses a strong understanding of maintaining cleanliness and organization in fast-paced environments. Eager to contribute multitasking and time management skills in any role.


Work History

Busser

The Deck
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
  • Contributed to increased customer satisfaction by promptly addressing any concerns or requests.

Education

B.S.N - Nursing

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
04-2028

High School Diploma -

Mona Shores High School
Norton Shores, MI
06-2024

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Clear communication
  • Memory retention
  • Communication
  • Quality control
  • Working under pressure
  • Customer service excellence
  • Fast Learner

Accomplishments

  • Known for being reliable and punctual, rarely missed a class or appointment
  • Demonstrated time management by balancing academic responsibilities with extracurricular involvement
  • Played on high school lacrosse team, demonstrating teamwork, discipline, time management under pressure, and earning the MVP award.
  • Provided informal peer tutoring in subjects such as anatomy and organic chemistry, helping classmates improve understanding and academic performance

Interests

  • Enjoy participating in weightlifting for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Maintain my physical fitness by staying committed to a disciplined schedule
  • Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in basketball
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings

Personal Experiences

  • Volunteered in the multi-day construction of America's Largest Singing Christmas Tree over four consecutive years.
  • Participated in a school-led cultural exchange trip to South Africa, busking and performing in public spaces to build confidence, creativity, and community engagement skills.

Timeline

Busser

The Deck
06.2021 - 08.2021

B.S.N - Nursing

Western Michigan University

High School Diploma -

Mona Shores High School
Matthew Tallman