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Samantha Solomon

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Dependable restaurant hostess, experienced in managing reservations, coordinating dining room staff, and enhancing the overall dining experience for guests. Strong communication skills and ability to handle fast-paced environments effectively. Well-versed in fostering an inclusive educational environment for children, both in the classroom and during sports activities.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Hostess

Bottle Inn
Hermosa Beach, CA
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Managed reservations, waitlists, and special requests for large parties.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Tracked seated guests and available seating using computer-based and mobile reservation software.
  • Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.

Dance Instructor

Fifth Row Center Performing Arts
Manhattan Beach, CA
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • Customized lesson plans to incorporate cultural and historical context of various dance styles, enriching students' understanding and appreciation.
  • Instructed students in the basics of various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap and contemporary.
  • Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
  • Maintained a positive and encouraging classroom environment, fostering a passion for dance and creativity among students.
  • Accommodated students with special needs by using different teaching styles, encouraging each to learn at appropriate pace.

Camp Counselor-in-Training

Camp Robin Hood
Freedom, NH
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Instructed campers on proper safety protocols while participating in recreational activities.
  • Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
  • Provided guidance to younger campers with daily tasks such as getting dressed and eating meals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
05-2028

Skills

  • Dining room management
  • Complex Problem-solving and mediation
  • Dining customer service
  • Customer flow management
  • Managing student behavior
  • Accommodating diverse groups of individuals
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Child supervision
  • Youth education

Affiliations

  • Captain of the high school varsity swim team
  • Senior dancer on the club dance team
  • Assisted teachers at special education schools in the community

Accomplishments

  • Bin-Mandal Swimming Award: The Bin Mandal Swimming Award is presented to students who demonstrate academic excellence and outstanding skill improvement and sportsmanship in swimming at Chadwick School.

Timeline

Restaurant Hostess

Bottle Inn
07.2023 - 08.2024

Dance Instructor

Fifth Row Center Performing Arts
08.2022 - 06.2024

Camp Counselor-in-Training

Camp Robin Hood
06.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Texas Christian University
Samantha Solomon