Payton Parker
Long Beach,US
Summary
Dedicated and organized individual with a strong background in customer service and leadership. Experienced in managing teams, resolving conflicts, and ensuring a positive environment. Proven ability to handle stressful situations with calm and efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Host/Server
La Parolaccia Osteria Italiana
Long Beach, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Greeted and seated guests promptly, ensuring positive first impressions.
- Managed reservations and waitlists by communicating with my fellow hosts.
- Collaborated with staff to optimize seating arrangements during peak hours.
- Provided detailed menu information, enhancing guest dining experiences.
- helped run food and be of hand to anyone who was in need
Sales Associate
TrendE
Elk Grove, CA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Enhanced customer engagement through personalized service, resulting in noticeable increases in repeat business and overall sales.
- Made everyone who entered the store feel welcome through professional conversation and engagement.
- Managed the boutiques' social media and organized photos and videos to promote the items.
- Helped to organize special events.
- Educated customers on product features, effectively boosting upselling opportunities and contributing to overall sales growth.
Server/Hostess
Old Spaghetti Factory
Elk Grove, CA
09.2022 - 07.2024
- Delivered exceptional dining experiences, expertly managing multiple tables while maintaining a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
- Consistently received positive guest feedback.
- Fostered seamless teamwork with kitchen staff and fellow servers, ensuring prompt and accurate order fulfillment.
- Actively supported colleagues during peak hours.
- Learned how to manage and communicate with customers, organize table assessments, and create an environment where people wanted to stay and enjoy the restaurant environment.
- Led fellow employees while shift lead and managed customer and worker issues.
- Became accustomed to handling stressful situations and staying calm and organized.
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
CSD
Elk Grove, CA
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Ensured water safety and taught swimming techniques to diverse age groups.
- Cultivated a positive learning environment, boosting participants' confidence and skills.
- Monitored pool areas vigilantly, preventing incidents and responding swiftly to emergencies.
- Implemented new safety protocols, enhancing overall pool security.
- Worked closely with team members to coordinate swim lessons and safety drills.
- Fostered a supportive atmosphere, encouraging peer learning and skill development.
- Communicated with fellow employees in cases where help was needed and maintained calm while being efficient.
Education
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CA02.2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Pleasant Grove High School
Elk Grove, CA05.2024
Skills
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Multitasking
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Customer engagement
- Crisis management
- Attention to detail
- Training development
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Host/Server
La Parolaccia Osteria Italiana
09.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
TrendE
05.2025 - 08.2025
Server/Hostess
Old Spaghetti Factory
09.2022 - 07.2024
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
CSD
04.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Pleasant Grove High School
California State University Long Beach