Taylor Pastor
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Circulation Assistant
IUI Ruth Lilly Law Library
Indianapolis, IN
02.2025 - Current
- Inspected returned books for damage before checking them back into the system.
- Created labels identifying books according to their call numbers before shelving them correctly.
- Handled customer inquiries in person, on the phone, or via email regarding library services, policies, and procedures.
- Responded promptly to patron complaints about missing items or inaccurate information.
- Assisted patrons using the library catalogs and databases for research purposes.
Server
Journeyman Distillery - Union Hall Restaurant
Valparaiso, IN
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Portioned perishables, like fruits and condiments,
- Relayed allergy information from tables to the kitchen with professional communication.
- Exercised patience and problem-solving quickly while working.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation per health department regulations.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
- Stay informed about daily specials, new menu items, and promotions.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Childcare Provider
Park West Fitness
West Lafayette, IN
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Ensured the cleanliness of classroom areas, including toys, furniture, and materials.
- Implemented discipline strategies when needed while ensuring the safety of all students.
- Provided a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
- Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure the safety of all the children in care.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
Store Employee
Colonial Cleaners
Valparaiso, IN
10.2019 - 08.2022
- Operated/closed the store independently.
- Helped customers during shifts alone.
- Performed daily opening and closing procedures for the store.
- Balanced cash drawers at the end of each shift.
- Maintained cleanliness of the store by dusting shelves, vacuuming carpets, and mopping floors.
- Organized backroom storage areas according to company guidelines.
- Managed customer returns efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Greeted customers and provided assistance with store inquiries.
- Followed up with customers regarding their purchases via email or telephone.
News Writer
Purdue Exponent
West Lafayette, IN
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Gathered information through research, interviews, and attendance at political, news and sports functions
- Received assignments or evaluated news tips to develop newsworthy story ideas
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Anthropology, Classical Study
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.2024
High School Diploma -
Valparaiso High School
Valparaiso, IN06.2020
M.D. - Museum Studies
Indiana University - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Work prioritization
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork
- Time management abilities
- Public speaking
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professional demeanor
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Reading comprehension
- Collection maintenance
- Cataloging proficiency
- Research
- Microsoft Word
- Attention to detail
Activities
- Volunteering at the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library on Fridays. Maintain cleanliness in exhibit spaces whilst communicating with visitors the meaning behind artifacts and exhibit designs.
- Alumna of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. Served on the Executive Board as Panhellenic Delegate from 2021 to 2022. Attended regular meetings to make sure there was compliance with Purdue's FSCL regulations. Regularly volunteered at West Lafayette's YWCA. Regularly participated in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training and events.
- Volunteered with Kankakee Valley Historical Society-2023 Collier Lodge Archaeological Excavation (Summer 2023). Duties included mapping units, sifting for artifacts, and dug units in the field.
- Volunteered with Wabash River Enhancement Corp (March 2023). Surveyed spots along the Wabash River. Analyzed data in the field.
- Participated in Fort Ouiatenon Archaeological Dig with Purdue University Anthropology Dept. (Summer 2022). Sifted for artifacts, dug pits, analyzed data with tools and technology. Worked with Dr H. Kory Cooper and presented findings at Tippecanoe County Historical Association.
Certification
- Servers License
- Alcohol and Tobacco License
- Drivers License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Circulation Assistant
IUI Ruth Lilly Law Library
02.2025 - Current
Server
Journeyman Distillery - Union Hall Restaurant
06.2024 - 12.2024
Childcare Provider
Park West Fitness
08.2022 - 12.2022
News Writer
Purdue Exponent
01.2022 - 03.2022
Store Employee
Colonial Cleaners
10.2019 - 08.2022
- Servers License
- Alcohol and Tobacco License
- Drivers License
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Anthropology, Classical Study
Purdue University
High School Diploma -
Valparaiso High School
M.D. - Museum Studies
Indiana University - Indianapolis
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