Naakayla Harris
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Responsible and Respectful hardworking trainee known for learning quickly, taking detailed notes and asking questions for superior understanding. Committed to punctuality, accuracy and streamlining processes for increased productivity. Can stand up to 12 hours a day, work five to six days a week including weekends and have outstanding work ethic.
willing to relocate : Buffalo Ny, Cheektowaga Ny, Amherst Ny, Williamsville Ny.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Wait Staff Member
Canterbury Woods
Williamsville, NY
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Took beverage orders from patrons and served drinks promptly.
- Prepared tables by setting up linens, silverware and glassware.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Processed payments from customers using POS system software applications.
- Processed orders accurately and efficiently using a POS system.
Wait Staff Member
Peregrine Senior Living
Cheektowaga, New York
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Prepared tables by setting up linens, silverware and glassware.
- Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
- Complied with health department regulations regarding sanitation standards when handling food items.
- Greeted and welcomed customers, providing them with menus.
Volunteer Sitter
Cheektowaga Central School District
Cheektowaga, New York
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Created safe environment for children by removing hazards and developing appropriate boundaries and rules.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Helped with homework assignments when needed.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- During Parent/Teacher meeting my duty was to attend and watch their children for the time being.
Crew Team Member
Burger King
Buffalo, NY
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Chopped ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.
- Processed payments on cash register and counted back bills and change to patrons.
- Fielded hundreds of customer requests on daily basis varying in complexity and volume with urgency and professionalism.
- Collaborated with other crew members to complete tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Organized and restocked supplies to support operations and team productivity.
- Talked pleasantly with customers while taking orders and promoted positive image for business.
- Cleaned work areas regularly throughout shift.
Wait Staff Member
Elderwood at Williamsville
Buffalo, NY
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Checked with other servers to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Communicated with other servers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Didn’t really get to meet the residents due to Covid 19 outbreak.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Took beverage orders from patrons and served drinks promptly.
Assistant Teacher
Summer Youth Employment Program
Buffalo, NY
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Facilitated communication between families and school personnel about issues relating to students' academic progress.
- Supported and documented student growth and progress to achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
- Implemented lesson plans for students with varying learning styles.
- Utilized technology such as computers, projectors, iPads. to enhance lessons.
- Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
- Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations.
- Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
- Provided one-on-one help to struggling students during study hall sessions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cheektowaga Central High School
Cheektowaga, New York08-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Hilbert College
Hamburg, NYSkills
- POS system operation
- Food allergy awareness
- Dietary support
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Strong multitasking
- Learning support
- Student engagement
- Skills development
- Logistics
- Parent and caregiver relations
- School policies and procedures
- Behavior management
- Leadership
- Responsibility
- Teamwork
- Patient care
- Disability care
- Youth services
- Problem solving
Timeline
Wait Staff Member
Canterbury Woods
11.2024 - 12.2024
Wait Staff Member
Peregrine Senior Living
06.2024 - 10.2024
Volunteer Sitter
Cheektowaga Central School District
04.2024 - 06.2024
Crew Team Member
Burger King
03.2024 - 04.2024
Wait Staff Member
Elderwood at Williamsville
12.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Teacher
Summer Youth Employment Program
07.2020 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
Cheektowaga Central High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Hilbert College