EDUCATION
The University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
Bachelor of General Studies in Environmental Science
Expected: December 2010
Minor in Geography
QUALIFICATIONS
> Four years experience in customer service environment with a diverse
range of people
> Proven communication skills demonstrated through club leadership while
working with both customer service skills and serving as a mentor to
young athletes
> Knowledgeable with computer software such as Microsoft Word and
Microsoft Excel
WORK EXPERIENCE
Doubletree Hotel
Overland Park, KS
Cashier ---Full Time
May 2010- Present
> Received and visually inspected guest checks for any inaccuracies,
then closed the check to the proper method of payment
> Ascertained guest satisfaction; in event of dissatisfaction, tactfully
negotiated accommodation
> Complied with accounting guidelines regarding receipt of payments,
check total verification, tip disbursement, cash drawer and house bank
management
> Balanced house bank at the end of the shift. Retrieved and returned
bank from vault to workstation and return, to ensure accountability
> Performed other duties such as answering telephone and taking room
service orders, handled special guest requests, and greeted and seated
guests according to Hilton guidelines
Villa Ventura
Kansas City, MO
Dietary Aide/Person in Charge-Full Time
October 2006 - January 2010
* Interacted with residents on a nightly basis and attended to their
requests
* Improved people skills with the elderly by carrying on conversations and
developing friendly relationships with residents
* Kept record of inventory for food on hand
* Directed other employees on a nightly basis to fulfill their own job
duties
* Answered telephone calls and entered data in to the computer
* Filled materials and faxed materials to appropriate businesses
Kaw Valley Soccer Association
Lawrence, KS
Coach - Full Time August
2007 - March 2008
* Developed leadership skills in teaching young athletes the importance of
teamwork and effective communication in working toward a common goal
* Scheduled organized practices and weekly meeting with parents to follow
up on continued progression of their children
* Worked in cooperation with parents to motivate their young athletes to be
successful
ACTIVITIES
All American Indoor Sports
Fall 2006
Organized Soccer Participant
Kaw Valley Soccer Association
Summer 2007
Soccer Camp Organizer
KU Environs
January 2009- present
Student Environmental Group Member