TAYLIN JOHNSON
Summary
I am a dedicated and results-oriented hospitality employee and student seeking to leverage my experience in hospitality management to contribute effectively to the success and growth of businesses.
Leadership experience in Zeta Tau Alpha.
Harrisonburg, VA: 2021 - Current
- Attend weekly meetings, participate in philanthropy events, assisted Greek Sing team, participate on interview panels
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Elder Outreach Club Volunteer
JMU
Harrisonburg, VA
02.2024 - Current
- Engaged in regular volunteer activities at local retirement home, fostering intergenerational connections and providing companionship to elderly residents
- Wrote personalized letters to residents, paired with a personal buddy, participated in other game activities with residents to contribute to their social engagement and provide companionship.
Restaurant Hostess and Server
Macados
Harrisonburg, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Greet clients to present the best first impression for the restaurant, seat clients to available tables, organize seating arrangements for following customers, help kitchen and wait staff as needed, resolved customer complaints, answer incoming calls, developed long term relationships with customers.
- Worked with a POS system to accurately place orders and manage bills, delivered exceptional service in fast paced restaurant environment, adhered to all safety regulation set forth by the restaurant management team.
JMU Dining Staff
Aramark
Harrisonburg, VA
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Checked residents in and out of the JMU dining hall, prepared food according to dining hall recipes and health standards, endured dining area was clean and organized, restocked supplies, responded promptly to customer inquiries, served accurate portions to guests.
- Assisted catering manager with setting up event spaces and ensuring necessary items were present, served guests in a timely manor, prepped food strictly according to sanitation regulations, greeted and communicated with guests to ensure positive experience, assisted with dishes and other clean up, communicated with other members of staff to ensure smooth flow of operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality Management, Business Minor
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2025
High School Diploma -
American School of Asuncion
Asuncion, Paraguay05-2021
Skills
- TIPS, ServSafe, CVENT certifications
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Social media savvy
- Fundraising
- Cultural competence
- Adaptability
Timeline
Elder Outreach Club Volunteer
JMU
02.2024 - Current
Restaurant Hostess and Server
Macados
11.2023 - Current
JMU Dining Staff
Aramark
01.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality Management, Business Minor
James Madison University
High School Diploma -
American School of Asuncion
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