Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
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Topher McGarry

Framingham,Massachusetts

Summary

Dynamic and engaging professional with a proven track record in pet care, customer service, and children's activity planning and safety, as demonstrated at multiple work places. Excelled in safety management and creative mindset, enhancing customer satisfaction and promoting a secure environment. Skilled in teamwork and collaboration, consistently achieving positive outcomes in high-pressure situations.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server

Cj's Northside Grill
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.

Petsitting

Shannon Fitzpatrick and Bernie Harlow
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.

Petsitting

Kristen Audet-Fucarile
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Gave dogs proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates.
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Gave medication to pets following guidelines from owners.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.

Petsitting

Robbie Goldberg
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.

Petsitting

Sarah Bee
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Gave medication to pets following guidelines from owners.
  • Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.

Camp Counselor in Training

Wyonegonic Camps
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of camp activities and data such as attendance logs and incident reports.
  • Collaborated with camp staff to develop and execute safe, exciting plans for daily and weekly activities.
  • Mediated disputes or conflicts between campers to maintain peaceful environment.
  • Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
  • Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.

Assistant Camp Counselor

Wyonegonic Camps
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
  • Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
  • Assisted in preparing meals and snacks to provide nutritional needs to campers.
  • Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
  • Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
  • Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
  • Provided feedback and guidance to program participants regarding progress and development.
  • Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
  • Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
  • Implemented and developed programs to promote physical fitness, teamwork and healthy living.

Karate Instructor

Villari's Martial Arts Of Natick
05.2021 - Current
  • Informed students of historical and theoretical underpinnings of karate techniques.
  • Developed karate lesson plans to meet individual needs of each participant.
  • Coached new students by breaking down techniques into simple moves.
  • Assisted with sparring and contact exercises to pair students of similar rank, size, and age.
  • Instructed student leadership classes to promote motivational attitude, self-confidence, discipline and self-esteem.
  • Evaluated student performance to determine promotion in rank.
  • Taught both core principles and fighting techniques to students of all levels.
  • Instructed on proper breathing techniques, stances, and forms.
  • Encouraged physical fitness to encourage students to maintain healthy lifestyles.
  • Promoted positive and inclusive environment by demonstrating discipline and respect to support students.
  • Provided feedback and corrections to improve students' skills and techniques.

Karate Birthday Party Assistant

Villari's Martial Arts Of Natick
12.2021 - Current
  • Led creative karate-themed activities and games to engage young guests.
  • Taught base-level valuable self-defense skills.
  • Maintained a safe environment for children and guests.
  • Kept a clean and sanitized environment for the event, and maintained that environment afterwards.
  • Directed parental guests to correct areas to prevent a busy and crowded atmosphere.

Education

No Degree -

Framingham High School
Framingham, MA
06.2025

Skills

  • Food and Beverage Service
  • Entertainment Coordination
  • Problem-Solving
  • Safety Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Pet Care
  • Children's Activities Planning and Supervision
  • Waterfront Lifeguarding and First Aid/CPR
  • Creative Mindset
  • Activity Teaching
  • Valid Driver's License

Certification

  • Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Babysitting

Interests

  • Creative Writing and Poetry, posting works on social media and publishing them in the FHS Writer's Club Anthology
  • Philosophy and religion
  • Teaching and Education
  • Physical Fitness
  • Linguistics and Learning Languages
  • Social Justice

Timeline

Assistant Camp Counselor

Wyonegonic Camps
06.2024 - 08.2024

Camp Counselor in Training

Wyonegonic Camps
06.2023 - 08.2023

Petsitting

Sarah Bee
05.2023 - 11.2023

Petsitting

Robbie Goldberg
12.2022 - 05.2023

Petsitting

Kristen Audet-Fucarile
10.2022 - 11.2023

Karate Birthday Party Assistant

Villari's Martial Arts Of Natick
12.2021 - Current

Server

Cj's Northside Grill
09.2021 - 01.2022

Petsitting

Shannon Fitzpatrick and Bernie Harlow
09.2021 - 11.2022

Karate Instructor

Villari's Martial Arts Of Natick
05.2021 - Current

No Degree -

Framingham High School
  • Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Babysitting
Topher McGarry