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Interests
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Lauren Preda

Marietta,Georgia

Summary

Approach has significantly contributed to team support and customer satisfaction.

Developed exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills in fast-paced restaurant environment, seeking to transition into new field. Proficient in managing guest relations and coordinating reservations while maintaining welcoming atmosphere. Eager to bring these transferable skills to new professional setting.

Offering strong interpersonal skills and natural ability to connect with customers, eager to learn and develop in sales environment. Brings understanding of sales techniques and customer engagement strategies. I developed ready to use and develop communication and organizational skills.

Work History

Restaurant Hostess

Amalfi
08.2024 - Current
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by greeting and seating guests promptly upon arrival.
  • Helped with to-go orders by check, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by supporting coworkers during peak hours or when understaffed.
  • Resolved guest complaints professionally, taking appropriate action to address issues and improve future experiences.
  • Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
  • Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
  • Coordinated large party seatings when needed in-person, creating organized seating plans tailored to guest needs.
  • Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.

Sales Associate

Smallcakes Cupcakery
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.

Education

Pope High School
Marietta
05-2025

Skills

  • Active learning
  • Greeting guests
  • Customer service
  • Strong multitasking
  • Scheduling
  • Cash handling
  • Personal presentation
  • Reservation handling
  • Relationship building
  • Supply restocking
  • Design
  • Sketching

Languages

Romanian
Limited Working
Spanish
Elementary
English
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Web Development and Design
  • Horseback Riding
  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Graphic Design
  • Documenting and sharing travel experiences
  • Music
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Animals
  • Nurturing
  • Volunteering at local animal shelters and rescue organizations
  • Swimming
  • Diving
  • Painting

Timeline

Restaurant Hostess

Amalfi
08.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Smallcakes Cupcakery
07.2024 - 09.2024

Pope High School
Lauren Preda