Mia Buford
Crestview
Summary
Reliable team member with background in fast-paced environments including retail, restaurants, childcare and hospitality. Possess strong communication skills, flexibility and demonstrating ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Member
McDonald's
Pensacola
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Prepared and served food following safety and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and dining areas.
- Assisted customers with orders and handled inquiries efficiently.
- Operated kitchen equipment to prepare menu items promptly.
- Stocked supplies and monitored inventory levels regularly.
- Followed procedures for cash handling and register operations accurately.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store with friendly demeanor.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up displays, restocking items, and cleaning the sales floor.
Server and Barista
Domo Cafe
Fort Walton Beach
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced café environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and serving areas.
- Took customer orders accurately and relayed them to the kitchen staff.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service during busy hours.
- Handled cash transactions and processed payments efficiently.
- Upsold menu items and promoted daily specials to enhance customer experience.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to ensure satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Prepared a variety of boba drinks according to customer preferences.
- Delivered food orders promptly to tables, ensuring accuracy and presentation.
Restaurant Hostess
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Crestview
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Greeted and welcomed guests upon arrival to create a positive first impression.
- Managed reservations efficiently using restaurant's booking system.
- Assisted in seating guests promptly based on table availability.
- Coordinated with servers to ensure smooth dining experience for customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the host stand area.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests.
- Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
- Cleared tables promptly after guests finished dining to maintain cleanliness.
Direct Support Professional
Taconic DDSO
Woodstock
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Supported clients in developing life skills and achieving personal goals.
- Facilitated community integration through social and recreational activities.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to the supervisory team.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
VPK Teacher's Assistant
Childcare Network
Fort Walton Beach
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted lead teacher in planning and implementing daily lesson activities.
- Supported children's development through creative play and hands-on learning.
- Created a safe and nurturing environment for all students during classroom activities.
- Monitored children's progress and behavior, providing feedback to the lead teacher.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of classroom supplies and learning areas.
- Engaged with parents to communicate children's daily activities and developmental milestones.
- Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to appropriate personnel for parental notification.
- Meal and snack preparation.
Team Member
Boices Milk House
Kingston
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Prepared and served food following safety and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and dining areas.
- Assisted customers with orders and handled inquiries efficiently.
- Operated kitchen equipment to prepare menu items promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during busy periods.
- Stocked supplies and monitored inventory levels regularly.
- Followed procedures for cash handling and register operations accurately.
- Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
- Monitored expiration dates on food items for freshness assurance.
- Served ice cream and desserts to customers in a friendly manner.
- Created appealing ice cream sundaes using various toppings and flavors.
- Designed intricate cake decorations for various events and occasions.
- Collaborated with clients to create custom cake designs and themes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kingston High School
Kingston07-2020
Trade School - Cosmetology
Ulster Boces
Port Ewen, NY06-2020
Graphic And Digital Design
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FLSkills
- Cash handling
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Multitasking capability
- Order accuracy
- Health and safety compliance
- Sanitation standards
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Safety protocols
- Music and movement
- Classroom organization
- Parent communication
- Meal preparation
- Personal care assistance
Timeline
Team Member
McDonald's
05.2024 - 04.2025
Server and Barista
Domo Cafe
04.2023 - 01.2024
Restaurant Hostess
Applebee's Grill + Bar
08.2022 - 03.2023
VPK Teacher's Assistant
Childcare Network
10.2021 - 06.2022
Direct Support Professional
Taconic DDSO
02.2021 - 07.2022
Team Member
Boices Milk House
04.2020 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Kingston High School
Trade School - Cosmetology
Ulster Boces
Graphic And Digital Design
Pensacola State College