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Xaraiya Vanessa Washington

Grosse Pointe Woods,MI

Summary

Dedicated and versatile professional with experience in customer service, food preparation, and safety. Known for a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a commitment to creating positive experiences for customers. Currently studying Biology with a minor in Psychology, bringing a creative and attentive approach to tasks and responsibilities.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier/Host

Crispellis Pizzeria and Bakery
01.2024 - Current
  • Handled cashier duties, including ringing up orders, answering calls, managing pickups, and running food to tables
  • Assisted with hosting duties such as busing tables, seating customers, and managing wait times
  • Performed food preparation tasks, including baking house breads, brewing coffee, and creating desserts (e.g., cheesecake, cookies, cannolis)

Lifeguard

Lakefront Park
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Ensured the safety of swimmers, regulated pool activities, and responded to guest inquiries and concerns
  • Maintained pool and surrounding areas by cleaning the pool deck, removing trash, and waxing the slide
  • Supported community events such as Winter Feast and other seasonal activities

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Biology, Psychology

01.2028

Skills

  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Teamwork and Leadership
  • Hardworking and Reliable
  • Customer Service

Extracurricular Activities

Freshman Assist: Guided and supported incoming freshmen to help them navigate high school, offering mentorship and tutoring support. Lacrosse: Starting lineup defense player, awarded 'Most Improved Player' and earned a varsity letter. Peer to Peer Program: Organized events promoting mental health awareness as part of a student-led initiative. National Honor Society: Completed over 12 hours of school and community volunteer work per semester and led service projects. Yearbook editor: Had to take pictures at events, get interviews, write stories and design spreads to create a published book.

Awards

  • Multicultural Reward of Distinction
  • Cum Laude Cord

Timeline

Cashier/Host

Crispellis Pizzeria and Bakery
01.2024 - Current

Lifeguard

Lakefront Park
05.2023 - 05.2024

Bachelor's Degree - Biology, Psychology

Xaraiya Vanessa Washington