Paige Smith
Summary
Highly efficient and well-established in fast-paced and challenging environments. Eager to learn with an aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. A clear understanding of tasks and motivation to learn and grow.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
FOH Trainer
Chipotle
10.2024 - Current
- Trained front-of-house staff on service standards and operational procedures.
- Developed training materials to enhance team knowledge of menu offerings and customer service techniques.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in maintaining stock organization in the front-of-house area.
- Promoted a positive work environment through mentorship and fostering teamwork among staff members.
- Reviewed trainee compliance with mandated food service policies and procedures and corrected shortcomings identified.
- Enhanced customer service skills of new employees by conducting comprehensive FOH training sessions.
- Tracked employees before, during and after training to verify attainment of training objectives.
Natural History Museum Research Intern
The Center for Innovation in Stem Education (CISE)
Carson, CA
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in cataloging fossil specimens using standard museum techniques, contributing to collection management.
- Kept records of field notes with their respective site collections, and updated specimen databases.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time-management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and possessing a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Student Health Center Intern
The Center for Innovation in Stem Education (CISE)
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Entered data and verified completeness and accuracy.
- Assisted in delivering high-quality patient care by providing support during examinations and treatments.
- Supported healthcare professionals by preparing treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness, and maintaining a
well-organized environment.
Seasonal Worker
Abercrombie & Fitch
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories, and proper care for merchandise.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Crew Member
McDonald's
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Assisted the management team with inventory counts of food products and beverage supplies.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from the management team.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Trained new crew members on operational procedures and customer service skills.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders in a timely manner.
- Kept the drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit, and debit payments.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers, and ovens.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee drinks, smoothies, and milkshakes, according to company standards.
- Became familiar with products to answer questions and make suggestions.
- Kept the food preparation area, counter, equipment, utensils, and dining areas clean and sanitized.
- Performed serving, cleaning, and stocking to high standards, and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Cal State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA05-2027
High School Diploma -
Upper Lake High School
Upper Lake, CA05-2022
Skills
- Clear communication
- Heavy lifting
- Store opening and closing
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Time management
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Employee training and supervision
- Crew leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Willingness to learn
- Team player
Timeline
Natural History Museum Research Intern
The Center for Innovation in Stem Education (CISE)
10.2025 - 12.2025
FOH Trainer
Chipotle
10.2024 - Current
Student Health Center Intern
The Center for Innovation in Stem Education (CISE)
03.2024 - 05.2024
Seasonal Worker
Abercrombie & Fitch
10.2022 - 01.2023
Crew Member
McDonald's
01.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Cal State University Dominguez Hills
High School Diploma -
Upper Lake High School