Paul Montague
Tacoma,Washington
Summary
Committed job seeker with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently maintains satisfactory work quality and speed.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Busser/Host
Spaghetti Factory
Tacoma, WA
01.2024 - Current
- Spoke with patrons to make conversation, answer questions or to respond to complaints.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Supported serving staff, food runners and bussers to keep dining room presentable and ready for guests.
- Delivered outstanding service and support from initial interaction to final departure, maintaining loyal clientele.
- Assisted other departments when needed such as bussing tables or delivering food orders.
- Contributed to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
School Photographer
Dorian Studios
07.2023
- Estimated or measured light levels, distances and numbers of exposures using measuring devices and formulas
- Selected and assembled photography equipment and required backdrops
- Selected and adjusted subjects, equipment and lighting to achieve desired effects
- Used traditional or digital cameras along with tripods, filters and flash attachments
- Transferred photographs to computers for editing, archiving and electronic transmission
- Maintained various studio equipment
- Collaborated successfully with various personalities and work styles
- Set up camera control equipment, stands and tripods for shoots
- Explained price and package details to customers.
Lead Teacher
Kids Country Learning Center
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained daily records of children's activities, behaviors, meals, and naps
- Identified children needing extra support due to emotional, health-related, or developmental concerns and devised improvement strategies
- Ensured student records were maintained according to confidentiality and privacy regulations
- Incorporated music, art, and theater into lesson planning
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop new classroom projects and monthly themes
- Managed classroom environments using clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Taught children foundational skills including colors, shapes, and letters
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors, and therapists
- Identified early signs of emotional or developmental problems in children.
Arcade Attendant
Odyssey 1
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted with ticket redemption and guided customers in prize selection
- Proactively communicated with guests to troubleshoot problems and provide guidance for arcade equipment
- Operated cash register and adhered to cash-handling procedures to finalize arcade purchases
- Tracked prize inventory and replenished stock
- Maintained electronic and mechanical equipment to reduce errors and increase game functionality
- Served guests with an enthusiastic, helpful demeanor to promote positive, memorable experiences
- Resolved guest concerns or complaints and informed supervisors of escalating situations.
Teacher Practicum Program
Curtis High School
University Place
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with main classroom instructor to develop creative activities for students
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for students and specific subjects
- Employed a wide range of teaching techniques to enhance student learning
- Worked in non-classroom areas, including arrivals and departures lines, directing students to classrooms
- Maintained classroom discipline with behavior modeling and direct communication
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill levels.
Crew Member
McDonald's
07.2018 - 09.2022
- Followed instructions to arrange merchandise items properly
- Packed fast food products in approved containers, cups, and bags
- Prepared quality products while maintaining portion control and presentation within service goal times
- Contributed to team success by quickly completing assigned tasks
- Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
Education
Curtis High School
Skills
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision Making
- Strong Work Ethic
- Flexibility
- Interpersonal Communication
- CPR/First-aid Certified
- Relationship Building
- Problem Solving
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Washington Career Skills
- Paraeducator Certified
- High School Diploma
- Food Handlers Card
Languages
- English (Native)
- Spanish (Limited)
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Affiliations
- Highly Proficient In Boxing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Busser/Host
Spaghetti Factory
01.2024 - Current
School Photographer
Dorian Studios
07.2023
Lead Teacher
Kids Country Learning Center
10.2022 - 06.2023
Arcade Attendant
Odyssey 1
04.2022 - 08.2022
Teacher Practicum Program
Curtis High School
12.2020 - 06.2022
Crew Member
McDonald's
07.2018 - 09.2022
Curtis High School
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