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TERA GARNER

Tyler

Summary

I am an outgoing individual who loves meeting and interacting with people and constantly learning new things. My career goals are to positively impact the lives of others by never failing to strive for greatness within myself. My personal hobbies include playing music, cooking, and outdoor activities with my family and pets.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Manager

Premier Veterinary Hospital
12.2020 - 05.2025
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
  • Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.

Assistant Manager

Roast Social Kitchen
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized restaurant environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.

Bar Manager/Mixologist

The Grove Kitchen & Gardens
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
  • Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
  • Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and pricing.

Bartender/Accounts Clerk

Hotel Derek
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.

Bar Manager/Promoter/DJ

Amnesia Nightclubs
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by implementing innovative bar management strategies.
  • Established rapport with local community organizations to create mutually beneficial partnerships that increased brand visibility.
  • Coordinated themed nights attracting different demographics expanding overall clientele.

Elementary School Teacher/Soccer Coach

Fuentes Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
  • Participated in after-school tutoring programs, offering individualized support for students struggling academically.

Education

Emotional Intelligence

VGP Continued Education Conference
San Diego, CA
04-2023

Early Childhood Development

University of Texas at Austin
01.2009

English Literature and English Composition/Journalism

Austin Community College
01.2009

Kinesiology/Sports Medicine

Baylor University
07-2008

Graduated Honor Roll

Lehman High School
Kyle, TX
05-2008

Skills

  • Java, HTML
  • Microsoft, Word, Excel
  • Leadership, Team building, TWI
  • Problem solving
  • Recruiting and On-Boarding
  • HR
  • Accounts Payable/Receivable
  • Quickbooks Accounting, Payroll
  • Marketing & Social Media Management
  • Organization
  • Exceptional Customer Service
  • Data entry

Timeline

Office Manager

Premier Veterinary Hospital
12.2020 - 05.2025

Assistant Manager

Roast Social Kitchen
01.2018 - 01.2019

Bar Manager/Mixologist

The Grove Kitchen & Gardens
01.2016 - 01.2018

Bartender/Accounts Clerk

Hotel Derek
01.2015 - 01.2016

Bar Manager/Promoter/DJ

Amnesia Nightclubs
01.2012 - 01.2015

Elementary School Teacher/Soccer Coach

Fuentes Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2013

English Literature and English Composition/Journalism

Austin Community College

Emotional Intelligence

VGP Continued Education Conference

Early Childhood Development

University of Texas at Austin

Kinesiology/Sports Medicine

Baylor University

Graduated Honor Roll

Lehman High School