Tara Zamani
Herndon,VA
Summary
Hardworking Team Members focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets. Reliable team member accustomed to taking on challenging tasks. Dedicated to business success. Dedicated and detail-oriented Government and Police Studies major with a minor in Criminology seeking a Police Internship with the Fairfax County Police Department. Bringing proven skills in communication, confidentiality, and critical thinking developed through academic coursework, professional experiences, and hands-on exposure to law enforcement operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front Desk
SkateQuest
Reston, VA
- Greet and assist visitors upon arrival.
- Manage the cash register and process payments for admission and rentals.
- Count and balance the cash drawer at the beginning and end of shifts.
- Provide information about skating sessions, rentals, and events.
- Handle customer inquiries and resolve any issues.
- Maintain a clean and organized front desk area.
- Monitor attendance and ensure safety protocols are followed.
- Assist with scheduling private events or parties.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Promote and sell skate rentals, lessons, and merchandise.
MOD(Manager on duty)
Reston town center ice pavilion
Reston, VA
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Manage day-to-day operations of the facility, including programs and events.
- Execute policies and procedures accurately and professionally.
- Supervise rink employees and assist in scheduling staff while adhering to the payroll budget.
- Possess knowledge of all rink positions and work in those capacities as needed.
- Report all liability issues immediately and completely.
- Handle all cash operations, including daily reconciliations and bank deposits.
- Maintain a clean and safe facility for all patrons.
- Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Barista
Kung Fu Tea
Reston VA & Tysons
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Greet customers with a positive attitude and a smile.
- Provide friendly customer service and make it a great day.
- Able Communicate with our team and customers.
- Have excellent work ethic and be punctual.
- Be willing to work and take on responsibilities
- Maintain a clean and sanitized workstation
- Follow health and safety guidelines
- Serve and make drinks as well as work the POS system
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
Reston, VA
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service by assisting patrons with book selections, recommendations, and inquiries.
- Maintained an organized and inviting store environment through effective merchandising and inventory management.
- Conducted regular stock checks and managed inventory levels to ensure availability of popular titles and new releases.
- Facilitated author events, book signings, and community outreach programs to enhance customer engagement and store visibility.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and create a positive work atmosphere.
- Developed knowledge of diverse genres and current literary trends to better assist customers and drive sales.
- Trained and mentored new employees on store policies, procedures, and customer service standards.
- Utilized point-of-sale systems to process transactions efficiently and accurately, ensuring a smooth checkout experience.
Martial arts instructor
Uplevel
Indian land, SC
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Fostered discipline and respect within the classroom.
- Taught philosophical instruction to students concerning martial arts theory and thought.
- Improved relationships by maintaining open lines of communication with staff and parents.
- Traveled to competitions to coach and help students win tournaments.
- Demonstrated fighting and self-defense techniques to children and adults to develop character.
- Attended workshops to stay up-to-date on the latest techniques and trends.
- Created a safe and nurturing environment for students by following policies and procedures.
- Created a martial arts curriculum to develop physical and mental growth opportunities for students.
- Trained children on kick punches, self-defense moves, and how to avoid physical confrontations.
- Developed relationships with vendors and service providers to aid students in acquiring necessary supplies.
- Adapted teaching strategies and materials to suit different learning styles and abilities.
- Achieved the objectives of each class by helping students learn the material and perform well on knowledge and skill assessments.
- Taught students about the fundamental concepts of the subject while exploring advanced concepts with talented students.
- Kept the class organized and on-task to help each student obtain the most value out of the courses.
- Boosted performance of students through diversified strategy encompassing lectures, discussions and hands-on projects.
- Designed practical demonstrations for replication by students as homework.
Team Member
Qdoba Mexican Eats
Charlotte, NC
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Restocked supplies at work stations to help team members meet demands.
- Troubleshoot problems with production equipment to trace faults and restore performance.
- Complied with internal sanitation policies on sterilizing work surfaces, tools, and electronic equipment.
- Sorted, placed, and labeled product containers for distribution to specific locations.
- Monitored tables, handled requests, kept drinks refilled, and offered menu recommendations.
- Communicated customers’ menu choices and special requests to kitchen staff to minimize errors.
- Uphold high sanitation and safety standards while delivering and serving food.
- Engage customers in friendly conversation to boost satisfaction and loyalty to the restaurant.
- Picked up trash and removed spills promptly to keep the dining area fresh and inviting.
- Processed cash register transactions, inputted product costs, and gave back change.
- Adhered to cash handling policies and procedures.
Education
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George Mason University
Fairfax, Va04.2025
Diploma - undefined
Mclean High School
Mclean, Va06.2024
Skills
- Physical Conditioning
- Presentation Skills
- Martial Arts
- Figure skating
- Communication
- Self-Defense
- Combat and Breaking Techniques
- Manage classes
- Coordination
- Training
- Problem-solving
- Organization
LANGUAGES
English-Fluent
Farsi/Persian-Bilingual/Fluent
Dari-Advance
Tajik- Advance
ASL-Beginner
Accomplishments
- Pre-bronze MITF
- Bronze Dance
- 2014 Nassau County figure skating championship- 2nd place
- 2015 lake plaza ISI synchronized skating championship- 2nd place
- 2016 Synchronized skating upstate NY competition- 1st place
- 2017 Nassau County figure skating championship -4th place
- 2024 dogwood competition- 3rd place
Affiliations
- GNFSC 2014-2018
- NYSC 2014-2018
- WSFSC 2023-present
- Tidewater figure skating 2023-present
- USFS member 2014-present
Certification
- LTS USA
- CPR & First aid
Timeline
MOD(Manager on duty)
Reston town center ice pavilion
11.2024 - 03.2025
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
05.2023 - 05.2024
Barista
Kung Fu Tea
08.2022 - 06.2024
Team Member
Qdoba Mexican Eats
10.2020 - 06.2021
Martial arts instructor
Uplevel
08.2019 - 09.2021
Front Desk
SkateQuest
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George Mason University
Diploma - undefined
Mclean High School