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Overview
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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McKinley Tolsma

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Highly-motivated student with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Wedding Coordinator

The Best Day Details LLC
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2024 - Current
  • Communicated with couples regarding their vision for their special day and offered creative suggestions when needed.
  • Assisted with setup and breakdown of ceremony and reception sites on the day of the wedding.
  • Resolved any issues that arose during the wedding day in order to keep things running smoothly.
  • Maintained professional demeanor at all times while interacting with clients or attending wedding-related functions.
  • Assisted with creating floral and other decorative arrangements for ceremony and reception spaces.
  • Ensured the schedule was followed closely, and other vendors arrived when expected.

Childcare Provider

(Independant)
Grand Rapids, MI
12.2020 - Current
  • Assisting with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children.
  • Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.
  • Providing a safe environment for children to explore their curiosity and creativity.
  • Organized creative activities to develop children's physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Transporting children to school, sports activities, or other engagements when necessary.
  • Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
  • Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
  • Helped complete homework, school projects and chores.

Children's Ministry Volunteer

Magnify Church
Rockford, MI
08.2018 - 08.2024
  • Facilitated small group discussions with children.
  • Assisted in developing creative ways to teach the Bible to children.
  • Encouraged participation from all students during class time.
  • Supported teachers by providing assistance as needed during classroom instruction.
  • Served as an example of Christian living to the younger generation.
  • Encouraged positive behavior among participants at all times.
  • Utilized songs and dances to teach faith lessons, promote scripture memorization and encourage active listening.

Seasonal Bakery Cashier

Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Processed customer orders quickly and accurately, including cash and credit card payments.
  • Handled customer inquiries in a professional manner, providing accurate information regarding products and services.
  • Maintained cleanliness of bakery area, including counters, tables, display cases and floors.
  • Answered telephone calls promptly in a polite manner taking accurate messages when necessary.
  • Fried, glazed, and decorated donuts according to customer orders.

Barista

Herman's Boy Inc.
Rockford, MI
03.2022 - 05.2023
  • Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
  • Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
  • Ground beans for espresso shots according to individual customer specifications.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rockford High School
Rockford, MI
05-2024

Skills

  • Detail Oriented
  • Planning and Organization
  • Creativity and Adaptability
  • Positive and professional
  • Conversant in Spanish
  • Graphic Design

Affiliations

  • Guitar
  • Singing
  • Painting
  • Hand Lettering
  • Floristry

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Wedding Coordinator

The Best Day Details LLC
08.2024 - Current

Seasonal Bakery Cashier

Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery
08.2023 - 11.2023

Barista

Herman's Boy Inc.
03.2022 - 05.2023

Childcare Provider

(Independant)
12.2020 - Current

Children's Ministry Volunteer

Magnify Church
08.2018 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Rockford High School
McKinley Tolsma