Valentina Parente
Bellmawr,NJ
Summary
Passionate Human Services graduate ready to contribute to client success through strong empathy, active listening, critical thinking, and problem resolution skills. Excellent reputation for strong work ethic, attention to detail, and organization. Eager to learn, grow and excel in Human Services field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Kitchen Prep Cook
Nordstrom
Cherry Hill, NJ
06.2019 - 01.2022
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests or dietary restrictions.
- Resolved guest complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing.
Server
Pandora's Pies
Elon, NC
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Volunteer Food Drive Coordinator
Campus Kitchen At Elon University
Elon, NC
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Coordinated and oversaw food drive and fundraising events.
- Developed and implemented creative fundraising ideas.
- Communicated messages, thoughts and ideas to team members.
- Presented goals and achievements at team meetings.
Student Volunteer
Boys And Girls Club
Burlington, NC
03.2015 - 05.2015
- Provided homework assistance to Club members as directed.
- Assisted in conducting games and sports activities.
- Worked effectively with diverse population of Club staff and members.
Seasonal Administrative Intern
Salem County Improvement Authority
Salem, NJ
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Audited and organized volumes of confidential files.
- Successfully completed special projects to exceed goals of executive leadership.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation.
- Evaluated NJ record retention schedule to determine cataloging requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Southern New Hampshire University
Online04.2022
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Empathy
- Problem Resolution
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Organization
- Written & Oral Communication
Affiliations
- National Organization for Human Services
- National Society of Leadership and Success
Accomplishments
- Organized and coordinated 3 benefit concerts to raise funds for local charities in Burlington, NC.
- Received a scholarship in 2010 from the Vineland Regional Dance Company to attend The National Choreography Intensive program.
Timeline
Server/Kitchen Prep Cook
Nordstrom
06.2019 - 01.2022
Server
Pandora's Pies
05.2017 - 12.2018
Volunteer Food Drive Coordinator
Campus Kitchen At Elon University
09.2015 - 05.2016
Student Volunteer
Boys And Girls Club
03.2015 - 05.2015
Seasonal Administrative Intern
Salem County Improvement Authority
06.2012 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Southern New Hampshire University
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