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Meghan Simon

Irvine,CA

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable professional with extensive experience in hospitality, especially in the hostess role. Proven ability in customer service and waitlist management, enhancing guest experiences. Skilled in team collaboration, consistently contributing to efficient operations and a welcoming environment.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess

Descanso Restaurant
Costa Mesa, CA
07.2024 - 11.2024
  • Managed guest flow and waitlist to optimize dining room operations
  • Greeted and seated guests with a warm, professional demeanor
  • Supported servers with bussing, running food, and refilling drinks
  • Took phone orders and communicated restaurant policies
  • Took creative lead on monthly cocktail chalkboard
  • Assisted with restaurant opening and closing procedures

Hostess

Village Sake
Fairfax, CA
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Managed waitlist and seating logistics
  • Handled takeout orders and assisted with bussing and cleaning
  • Coordinated with staff to ensure smooth service flow
  • Maintained a tidy and welcoming dining environment

Front Desk Attendant

Canon Village Tennis & Swim Club
Fairfax, CA
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Greeted guests and maintained a friendly front desk presence
  • Answered phones and assisted with customer inquiries
  • Sold snacks and managed small transactions

Team Member

Jamba Juice
San Rafael, CA
04.2020 - 12.2020
  • Prepared smoothies and juices, following strict hygiene protocols
  • Trained new team members on workflow and safety standards
  • Performed store opening/closing duties
  • Restocked inventory and ensured cleanliness during shifts

Babysitter and Odd Jobs

Private Clients
Various Locations

Babysitting:

  • Cared for children aged 5–12, including outings to parks
  • Assisted with homework and reading activities
  • Managed routines including meals, bedtime, and hygiene

Odd jobs around the neighborhood including:

  • Landscaping
  • Installing latches in cabinets
  • Refinishing tables
  • Assisting with other manual labor projects

Education

A.A. - Psychology

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Archie Williams High School
San Anselmo, CA
05-2022

B.A. - Psychological Science

University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA

Skills

  • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Mail, Calendar)
  • POS Systems
  • Waitlist & Table Management
  • Food & Beverage Running
  • Customer Service
  • Scheduling & Coordination
  • Childcare & Supervision
  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability

References

  • Shay, Manager, (714) 955-3686, Descanso Restaurant
  • Ying, Co-Owner, (415) 328-2707, Village Sake
  • Scott, Porter, Co-Owner, sporter@gmail.com, Village Sake
  • Cullinan, David, Odd Jobs, (415) 595-6195‬

Affiliations

  • Beach volleyball
  • Yoga
  • Beginner surfer
  • Camping and hiking
  • Diving, Snorkeling, and Tide-pooling

Timeline

Hostess

Descanso Restaurant
07.2024 - 11.2024

Hostess

Village Sake
09.2022 - 02.2023

Front Desk Attendant

Canon Village Tennis & Swim Club
08.2021 - 11.2021

Team Member

Jamba Juice
04.2020 - 12.2020

Babysitter and Odd Jobs

Private Clients

A.A. - Psychology

Orange Coast College

High School Diploma -

Archie Williams High School

B.A. - Psychological Science

University of California, Irvine