Meghan Kloskin
Hopkins,MN
Summary
Experienced Lead Server with proven background in high-volume restaurant environments. Known for strong leadership skills, ability to train and motivate team members, as well as maintain top-notch customer service standards. Contributed significantly to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business in previous roles by ensuring quality dining experiences. Forward-thinking professional experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Notre Dame Academy
Minnetonka , MN
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
Assistant Teacher
Step by Step Montessori Schools
Wayzata, MN
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced literacy by applying focused reading techniques in tailored lesson plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Developed interdisciplinary units through collaboration with fellow teachers.
Lead Server
Woodhill Country Club
Wayzata, MN
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted with training new employees on proper table setting, menu knowledge, and customer service techniques.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure smooth flow of orders from preparation to delivery at the table.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Leveraged POS system to receive and take guest orders and process payment.
- Conducted daily pre-shift meetings with servers to review specials, updates, or changes in policies or procedures.
Server/Bartender
Jimmy's Pour House
12.2019 - 07.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
Education
AA Degree -
St. Cloud Technical & Community College
St. Cloud, MN05.2021
Skills
Restaurant Skills
- Server training
- Accurate money handling
- Alcoholic beverage sales
- Banquet service
- POS system operations
- Team motivation
- Dining oversight
Classroom Skills
- Innovative lesson planning
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Social-emotional learning
- Parent and student communication
- Excellent classroom management
- Student evaluations
Certification
- First Aid Certified / CPR
Accomplishments
- Honors roll (GPA of 4.0)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Notre Dame Academy
07.2024 - Current
Lead Server
Woodhill Country Club
02.2023 - 09.2023
Assistant Teacher
Step by Step Montessori Schools
08.2022 - 06.2024
Server/Bartender
Jimmy's Pour House
12.2019 - 07.2022
- First Aid Certified / CPR
AA Degree -
St. Cloud Technical & Community College
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