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Penelope Hoover

Manlius,NY

Summary

With a proven track record at OliHoo Racing, LLC, I leveraged superior communication and situational awareness to enhance team efficiency and safety, significantly reducing accidents. My experience spans diverse roles, from childcare to event planning, where quick decision-making and exceptional concentration consistently drove positive outcomes. My skill set includes effective teamwork and equipment handling, underscoring my ability to achieve and exceed goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Spotter

OliHoo Racing, LLC
Cave Creek, Arizona
01.2018 - 09.2023
  • Responsible for providing track insight to off-road driver during practice, qualifying and the racing
  • Assist in race pit set-up and tear down and help with hospitality.
  • Strengthened team performance by assisting colleagues in understanding hand signals and other communication methods essential for safe spotting practices.
  • Reduced accidents through vigilant monitoring of the worksite, identifying potential hazards and taking corrective actions promptly.
  • Improved overall spotting efficiency by actively participating in training sessions focused on new equipment usage guidelines and best practices for signal communication techniques.
  • Increased efficiency by maintaining clear lines of communication between lifting equipment operators and ground personnel.

Pet Pro

Pet Suites
Cave Creek, Arizona
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Responsible for overseeing dogs in play
  • Clean kennels and facilities
  • Socialize dogs and provide assistance with training
  • Backup for front desk client check in services.
  • Collaborated with other supervisors in developing new strategies for improving overall pet care services, sharing insights gained from daily operations.

Hostess

Fat Willy's
Cave Creek, Arizona
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Greeted and communicated with guests
  • Managed the restaurant's seating chart and took calls or online orders
  • Cleaned tables, bathrooms, and front of the restaurant.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.

Childcare Worker

YMCA
Cave Creek, Arizona
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Responsible for after school childcare
  • Ensured children had homework completed and had an afternoon snack
  • Created fun art projects and crafts, played games and monitored exercise activities in the open gym.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
  • Established rapport with parents during pick-up and drop-off times, fostering open lines of communication.
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by facilitating group activities and promoting positive interactions.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.

Sophomore Class Vice President

Basha High School
Chandler, Arizona
07.2020 - 05.2021
  • Planned and organized school events consisting of assemblies, homecoming and carnivals.
  • Fostered positive relationships between faculty members and students by encouraging open dialogue about shared goals, concerns, and opportunities for collaboration.
  • Collaborated with fellow class officers to implement various school-wide events, fostering a sense of community and pride among students.
  • Contributed to increased attendance at school functions by promoting events through social media platforms and word-of-mouth marketing strategies.
  • Organized community service opportunities for classmates, promoting civic responsibility and personal growth through volunteering efforts.

Freshman Representative

Basha High School
Chandler, Arizona
07.2019 - 05.2020
  • Assisted with student council planning
  • Organized and promoted class participation in school events.
  • Collaborated with faculty to develop strategies for improved student retention and academic performance.
  • Introduced new resources such as study aids or online tutorials to help freshmen conquer challenging coursework more efficiently.
  • Enhanced freshman orientation programs by integrating interactive sessions tailored towards individual interests.
  • Organized extracurricular workshops and events aimed at enriching freshmen''s educational experience beyond the classroom setting.

Volunteer

Central Arizona Animal Rescue
Queen Creek, Arizona
06.2017 - 08.2019
  • Helped clean kennels, bowls and blankets
  • Fed and watered all dogs
  • Spent time socializing rescue dogs.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Education

MBA -

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05.2027

Skills

  • Situational awareness
  • Superior communication
  • Quick decision making
  • Exceptional concentration
  • Equipment handling
  • Effective teamwork
  • Persistence
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Decision-making

Timeline

Pet Pro

Pet Suites
02.2023 - 06.2023

Hostess

Fat Willy's
09.2022 - 12.2022

Childcare Worker

YMCA
01.2022 - 05.2022

Sophomore Class Vice President

Basha High School
07.2020 - 05.2021

Freshman Representative

Basha High School
07.2019 - 05.2020

Spotter

OliHoo Racing, LLC
01.2018 - 09.2023

Volunteer

Central Arizona Animal Rescue
06.2017 - 08.2019

MBA -

Syracuse University
Penelope Hoover