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Rachael Mendelson

Goleta,CA

Summary

Results-driven office manager with proven expertise in office administration, staff supervision, and financial tracking. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency through effective policy implementation and problem-solving skills.

Work History

Office Manager

Camp Livingston
Bennington, IN
2016 - 2019
  • Coordinated daily office operations and ensured efficient workflow among staff.
  • Developed and implemented office policies to improve operational efficiency.
  • Organized training sessions for staff on safety protocols and best practices.
  • Handled correspondence and communications between departments effectively.
  • Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
  • Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
  • Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
  • Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
  • Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
  • Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
  • Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
  • Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
  • Implemented and maintained company protocols to facilitate smooth daily activities.
  • Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
  • Sustained office efficiency by implementing and planning office systems, equipment procurement and layouts.
  • Developed effective communication strategies between departments within the organization.
  • Assisted in recruiting, onboarding and training new employees.
  • Maintained confidential records relating to personnel matters.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions.
  • Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
  • Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
  • Issued work schedules, duty assignments and deadlines for office or administrative staff.
  • Participated in subordinates' tasks to facilitate productivity or help overcome difficulties.
  • Implemented departmental policies and standards in conjunction with management to streamline internal processes.

Preschool Teacher

Rockwern Academy
Cincinnati , OH
2016 - 2019
  • Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Implemented classroom activities promoting social and emotional development.
  • Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and development goals.
  • Maintained a safe and organized classroom environment for all students.
  • Utilized interactive teaching tools to enhance student engagement and participation.
  • Monitored student progress and adapted instructional strategies as needed.
  • Fostered positive relationships among students through team-building exercises.
  • Coordinated special events to encourage community involvement in education initiatives.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
  • Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
  • Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
  • Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
  • Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
  • Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
  • Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
  • Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
  • Implemented appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary according to school policies.
  • Maintained student records according to rigorous confidentiality and privacy regulations.
  • Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.
  • Utilized technology such as computers and tablets in the classroom setting.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
  • Observed children to record development.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Integrated technology into lesson plans.

Restaurant Team Member

Cottage Pizza
Columbus, Ohio
2013 - 2016
  • Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
  • Prepared and cooked menu items following standardized recipes and safety guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and dining areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service during peak hours.
  • Handled cash register transactions accurately, processing payments and providing change.
  • Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies and monitoring stock levels.
  • Trained new team members on operational procedures and customer interaction techniques.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly while maintaining a positive dining experience.
  • Provided quality customer service with a friendly attitude.
  • Assisted in taking customer orders and providing recommendations.
  • Followed restaurant guidelines in regards to food safety and hygiene to prevent illness.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area by wiping down surfaces, sweeping floors.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently using POS system.
  • Answered phone calls promptly and handled inquiries from customers courteously.
  • Greeted customers and provided menus.
  • Communicated clearly with kitchen staff regarding order specifics.
  • Followed health code regulations when handling food items safely.
  • Trained new team members on restaurant policies and procedures.
  • Cleaned cooking equipment after use according to safety protocols.
  • Organized takeout orders for customers on the go or ordering ahead of time.
  • Prepared food items such as salads, sandwiches, desserts, as needed.
  • Stocked condiments, toppings and other food items during slow hours to avoid dashing to kitchen during peak times.
  • Cleaned counters and common areas to minimize spread of germs.
  • Stocked front-of-house supplies such as napkins, utensils, straws.
  • Navigated job responsibilities and completed regular tasks by interacting effectively with other employees.
  • Ensured all dishes were prepared according to restaurant standards.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
  • Checked expiration dates on food products regularly and replaced expired items.
  • Monitored temperature of refrigeration units to ensure proper storage conditions.
  • Conducted daily inventory checks to ensure adequate product was available.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area at all times.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer orders and special requests.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
  • Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
  • Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
  • Collaborated with team to deliver timely service of items.
  • Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Rotated inventory to reduce waste and optimize freshness.
  • Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
  • Explained food preparation methods and ingredients to enable patrons with food allergies to make educated decisions.

Education

The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, OH

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
Cincinnati, OH

Skills

  • Office administration
  • Policy development
  • Staff supervision
  • Inventory management
  • Financial tracking
  • Customer relationship management
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Organizational skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Strategic planning
  • Technical support
  • Document management
  • Customer relations
  • Workflow optimization
  • Office management
  • Customer service

Timeline

Office Manager

Camp Livingston
2016 - 2019

Preschool Teacher

Rockwern Academy
2016 - 2019

Restaurant Team Member

Cottage Pizza
2013 - 2016

The Ohio State University

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College