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Maya Lawrence

Tuscaloosa

Summary

Dependable college student with experience in cashiering, restaurant hosting, and volunteer service. National Honor Society member recognized for strong communication, multitasking, and teamwork skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess

Davenports Pizza Palace
05.2025 - Current
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.
  • Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
  • Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
  • Promoted business loyalty by fostering positive customer relationships.

Server

Jeremiahs Italian Ice
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the seating area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep seating room and work areas clean.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.

Sales Associate

Tommy Hilfiger
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.

Cashier

Chuck E. Cheese
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Greeted and welcomed customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.

Education

No Degree - Psychology

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Vestavia Hills High School
Vestavia Hills, AL
05-2024

Skills

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Proficient in cash handling, POS systems, and transaction accuracy
  • Skilled in greeting, seating, and managing guest reservations and waitlists
  • Strong multitasking and time management in fast-paced environments
  • Team-oriented with proven collaboration and problem-solving abilities
  • Reliable, punctual, and attentive to detail
  • Well-versed in public speaking

Interests

  • I enjoy sketching, drawing, and painting, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Music
  • Camping
  • Baking
  • Video Gaming

Timeline

Hostess

Davenports Pizza Palace
05.2025 - Current

Server

Jeremiahs Italian Ice
08.2023 - 08.2024

Sales Associate

Tommy Hilfiger
10.2022 - 12.2022

Cashier

Chuck E. Cheese
08.2022 - 10.2022

No Degree - Psychology

The University of Alabama

High School Diploma -

Vestavia Hills High School

Scholarships and Awards

National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)

  • The NSLS is prestigious honors society that recognizes students based on academic standing and leadership potential.


UA Competitive Scholarship

  • The UA Competitive Scholarship recognizes students who excel academically and actively contribute through extracurricular involvement.


Crimson Scholars

  • Crimson Scholars is a program created to help first-year students adjust and succeed as they begin their college journey.

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