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Sarah Carpenter

West Lafayette,Indiana

Summary

Highly organized and adaptable student with proven skills in data management and problem-solving from prior professional roles. Proven ability to manage administrative tasks and maintain smooth, efficient operations in fast paced environments. Committed to delivering high-quality work and eager to contribute to research in a collaborative environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Front Desk Receptionist

Zen Nails and Spa
03.2024 - Current
  • Managed front desk operations, including client check-ins, check-outs, and accurate payment processes
  • Optimized salon efficiency by managing appointment scheduling, technician rotations, and task delegation
  • Provided exceptional customer service by handling high-volume phone inquiries and facilitating client rebooking
  • Organized and maintained color sample displays in waiting area
  • Maintained spreadsheet to track salon inventory of nail polish colors

Server

Independence Village
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Prepared salads and starters during service, ensuring timely and consistent presentation
  • Took resident meal orders and delivered drinks, sides, entrées, and desserts with attention to dietary needs
  • Packaged to-go meals with accuracy and efficiency
  • Bussed and reset tables to maintain a clean and welcoming dining environment

Cashier and Food Production

Panera Bread
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Processed customer orders and managed transactions efficiently across front of house and drive-thru
  • Prepared a variety of sandwiches and salads to company standards, ensuring quality and maintaining stocked and organized production lines
  • Maintained a clean and organized dining room by bussing tables
  • Executed barista duties, crafting and serving a range of beverages, including coffee and frozen drinks

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
01-2029

High School Diploma -

Carmel High School
Carmel, IN
01-2025

Skills

  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Organization
  • Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking
  • Administrative Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem Solving

Timeline

Server

Independence Village
06.2025 - 08.2025

Front Desk Receptionist

Zen Nails and Spa
03.2024 - Current

Cashier and Food Production

Panera Bread
07.2023 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

Purdue University

High School Diploma -

Carmel High School
Sarah Carpenter