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Tessa Porter

Server, Bartender
Seattle,WA

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a waitress/hosting position. Ready to help team achieve company goals, and create a friendly, cohesive environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Bartender/Server/Shift Leader

Cafe on the Ave
Seattle, Washington
05.2023 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Facilitated de-escalation of aggressive/violent patrons and worked to maintain a safe environment.
  • Assisted management in remodels, repairs, outsourced work relations and other high-level management tasks.
  • Maintained an efficient and safe bar experience for customers.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.

Bakery Worker

Harry's Roadhouse
Santa Fe, New Mexico
07.2022 - 09.2024
  • Ensured consistent quality by adhering to strict food safety regulations and sanitation guidelines throughout all stages of production.
  • Maintained previous product quality while learning new tactics and skills.
  • Supported a high-quality business during periods of being under-staffed.
  • Worked with a diverse customer base, with high demands and needs.

Lifeguard

Cortez Recreation Center
Cortez, CO
05.2018 - 10.2019
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Scrutinized pool deck area to prevent possible injuries or fatalities, minimizing emergent situations.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
  • Saved distressed persons using rescue techniques and equipment.
  • Completed basic maintenance and repairs to keep pools functioning properly.

Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Vibrant Pet Animal Hospital
Cortez, CO
01.2015 - 05.2020
  • Assisted veterinarian during surgical procedures by creating and maintaining unobstructive surgical fields and passing instruments.
  • Removed partially exposed foreign objects from skin and feet.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms and surgical equipment.
  • Established and managed physical rehabilitation program for post-surgical patients.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Cinema And Media Studies/ Creative Writing

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
08.2020 - 06.2024

High School Diploma -

Montezuma-Cortez High School
Cortez, CO
05.2020

Skills

  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Customer Service
  • Self-Motivated
  • Decision Making
  • Responsible
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Highly reliable
  • Engaging personality

Accomplishments

Recurring member of the UW deans list

Sophomore member of the UW National Honors Society

Timeline

Bartender/Server/Shift Leader

Cafe on the Ave
05.2023 - Current

Bakery Worker

Harry's Roadhouse
07.2022 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Cinema And Media Studies/ Creative Writing

University of Washington
08.2020 - 06.2024

Lifeguard

Cortez Recreation Center
05.2018 - 10.2019

Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Vibrant Pet Animal Hospital
01.2015 - 05.2020

High School Diploma -

Montezuma-Cortez High School

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