Emily Barnes
Undergraduate Student
Boulder
Summary
Passionate and driven aspiring public relations professional eager to learn and grow in a dynamic agency environment. Gaining experience in crafting press releases, developing media kits, and creating crisis communication plans. Highly detail-oriented, adaptable in fast-paced settings, and quick to learn. Strong collaborator with excellent writing and interpersonal skills. Excited to contribute to impactful PR initiatives as an intern.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress
The Boardwalk Inn & Cafe
Hampton Beach, New Hampshire
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Handled a fast-paced working environment, with many moving parts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Practiced clear communication between myself and customers.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Restaurant Cashier
The Beach Plum
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Maintained a clean, organized cashier station for smooth operations.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously, prioritizing tasks according to immediate needs of the restaurant operation.
- Scooped ice cream for customers, and packed to-go orders.
- Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring proper handling of money.
- Reduced wait times by quickly completing customer orders and coordinating with kitchen staff for timely food preparation.
- Performed end-of-shift duties such as cleaning cashier stations, counting cash drawers, and restocking ice cream supplies as needed.
- Assisted in inventory management, helping to keep popular items in stock.
Hostess
The Purple Urchin
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Assisted in training new host staff, sharing best practices for maintaining a professional demeanor and efficient work habits.
- Reduced wait times for guests by effectively coordinating with other team members during peak hours.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, Colorado 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Winnacunnet High School
Hampton, New Hampshire 04.2001 -
Skills
Time management
Active listening
Effective communication
Organizational skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Decision-making
Strong multitasking
Attention to detail
Complex Problem-solving
Creative strategies
Timeline
Waitress
The Boardwalk Inn & Cafe
05.2023 - 08.2023
Restaurant Cashier
The Beach Plum
09.2020 - 09.2022
Hostess
The Purple Urchin
05.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations
University of Colorado Boulder
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Winnacunnet High School
04.2001 -
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