Overview
Work History
Education
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Tess McGarvey

New York,NY

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Server

Rosie's
06.2023 - 08.2025
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Intern

LITA
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Led a group of American high school students through a 5-week immersive experience across northern Spain, communicating exclusively in Spanish to support language acquisition and cultural immersion.
  • Demonstrated advanced Spanish fluency in daily interactions with students, local contacts, and partner organizations.
  • Developed and delivered daily cultural and educational programming aligned with language learning goals.
  • Created and managed daily Instagram content to engage families and showcase the program experience.
  • Maintained active communication with parents, local vendors, and internal staff, providing timely updates and support.
  • Collaborated closely with co-leaders to ensure student well-being, safety, and group cohesion.
  • Coordinated all pre-departure logistics, including itinerary planning, content development, parent communication, and preparation of educational materials.

Stocker, Washer, Salesperson

Balsam Farms
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Lifted bins of various produce and pulled full wagons.

Camp Counselor

Hampton Country Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
  • Led group of 16 four-year olds safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.

Salesperson

Chrison & Bellina
06.2020 - 09.2020
  • Logged reports, expenses, receipts, and sales in company database.
  • Engaged customers in social conversations to create pleasant and easy shopping experience.
  • Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
  • Managed inventory and displays
  • Open and closed stores

Education

High School Diploma -

Ethical Culture Fieldston School
New York, NY
09.2009 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Spanish

Tufts University
Medford, MA
05.2001 -

Leadership Experience

Alumni Coordinator, The Jackson Jills
Tufts University | May 2024 – August 2025

  • Planned and executed in-person alumni events to foster community engagement.
  • Acted as the primary liaison between current members and the alumni network.
  • Created consistent networking opportunities through events and outreach.
  • Strengthened alumni relations through newsletters and targeted LinkedIn growth initiatives.

Alumni Chair, Alpha Tau Omega of Massachusetts
Tufts University | May 2025– Present

  • Coordinated alumni engagement efforts, including event planning and historical preservation initiatives.
  • Served as a bridge between active members and alumni, facilitating regular communication and collaboration.
  • Collaborated with the alumni board to align chapter goals with alumni priorities.
  • Produced newsletters and managed LinkedIn strategy to expand outreach and connection.

Timeline

Intern

LITA
05.2025 - 07.2025

Server

Rosie's
06.2023 - 08.2025

Stocker, Washer, Salesperson

Balsam Farms
06.2022 - 08.2022

Camp Counselor

Hampton Country Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2021

Salesperson

Chrison & Bellina
06.2020 - 09.2020

High School Diploma -

Ethical Culture Fieldston School
09.2009 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Spanish

Tufts University
05.2001 -
Tess McGarvey