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Valaree Stone

Spokane,WA

Summary

Dynamic and creative photographer with a proven track record at self-employment, excelling in lighting techniques and blemish correction. Known for cultivating strong client relationships and delivering high-quality images for diverse projects. Adept at managing teams and providing exceptional customer service, ensuring client satisfaction and engagement.

Detail-oriented, organized, and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.

Motivated Waitress with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly, and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Waitress

Mineral Springs
08.2025 - 09.2025
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.

Delivery Driver

DoorDash
02.2023 - 03.2025
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
  • Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.

Photographer

Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
  • Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
  • Managed team of photographers for special projects.
  • Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.

Education

No Degree - Photography

Green River Community College
Auburn, WA
03-2002

Skills

  • Lighting expert
  • Blemish correction
  • Strong compositional skills
  • Large format printing
  • Portion control
  • Food service delivery
  • Courteous demeanor
  • Wine pairing
  • Package scanning
  • Delivery logging
  • Commercial driving
  • Tractor-trailer driving

Timeline

Restaurant Waitress

Mineral Springs
08.2025 - 09.2025

Delivery Driver

DoorDash
02.2023 - 03.2025

Photographer

Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current

No Degree - Photography

Green River Community College