Nadine McFarland
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hands-on Collision Estimator with knowledge of diagnostic automotive tools, repair costs and parts ordering. Efficiency-driven, highly accurate and well-organized with open and clear communication style and self-motivated approach. Mechanically inclined with good work ethic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Estimator
Chaneys collision auto repair
Surprise , AZ
04.2023 - Current
- Analyzed drawings and other data to determine material and labor requirements.
- Developed detailed cost estimates based on project scope of work.
- Worked closely with engineering team to ensure accuracy of estimates and bids.
- Compiled data from sources such as subcontractors, suppliers and vendors for use in preparing estimates or bids.
Receptionist
Chaneys collision auto repair
Glendale , AZ
04.2023 - Current
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
- Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
- Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
- Responded to inquiries from internal staff members regarding office operations issues such as mail delivery or office equipment maintenance.
- Processed customer payments using cash registers or point-of-sale terminals according to company policies and procedures.
- Coordinated with vendors for repairs and maintenance of office equipment such as printers or computers.
- Prepared welcome packages for new hires containing relevant paperwork and other important details.
Special Events Manager
Keene family concessions
Phoenix , AZ
01.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive event plans, including budgets, venues, vendors, staff requirements, and timelines.
- Coordinated with caterers, florists, decorators, audio and visual technicians, security personnel and other service providers to ensure successful events.
- Managed all aspects of event logistics including setup and breakdown of the venue space.
- Supervised staff members during set-up and execution of events to ensure compliance with established standards.
- Provided onsite support for special events as needed including troubleshooting any problems that arise during the event.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors in order to secure favorable rates and services for clients.
- Created detailed reports following each event detailing the successes or failures of the event.
- Oversaw payment processing activities related to vendor invoices associated with each event.
- Marketed and publicized special events in social calendars.
- Designed contracts, collected fees and booked venues for events.
Line Cook/. Administrative Assistant
Portillo's Restaurant Group
Phoenix , AZ
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Canyon High School
Phoenix, AZ05-2010
Skills
- Budget Development
- Technical Analysis
- Subcontractor coordination
- Construction knowledge
- Bid preparation
- Microsoft Excel
- Vehicle Inspection
- Collision repair
- Frame alignment
- Paint Matching
- Insurance knowledge
- Damage Assessment
- Wheel Alignment
- Claims Processing
- Insurance procedures
- Diagnostic Tools
- Reliability
- Quality Control
Timeline
Junior Estimator
Chaneys collision auto repair
04.2023 - Current
Receptionist
Chaneys collision auto repair
04.2023 - Current
Special Events Manager
Keene family concessions
01.2019 - Current
Line Cook/. Administrative Assistant
Portillo's Restaurant Group
08.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
North Canyon High School
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