Brenna M. Alton
(***)- ***- **** **** Mendota Heights Circle, Mendota Heights, MN, 55120 ********@***.***
EDUCATION
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI May 2019
Eli Broad College of Business
Marketing Major
Major GPA: 4.00/4.00; Cumulative GPA: 3.31/4.00
Dean’s List: 2 Semesters
WORK EXPERIENCE
Golden Sands Golf Course and Bucket Bar, Mears, MI June 2017 – Current
Bartender / Server
Provided high level of customer service while building a rapport with regulars, to encourage customers to return
Interacted with customers, recommending dishes based on individual needs
Tailored drinks to customer preferences
Assisted with special events, including weddings, birthdays, and special parties
Marketing & Sales Intern June 2017 – Current
Promoted Golden Sands and solicited sponsorships from local businesses for upcoming events
Communicated to business managers the benefits of supporting the establishment
Achieved 80% success rate with a total of 25 sponsorships
Cherry Point Market, Shelby, MI June 2013 – August 2016
Server, Storefront and kitchen staff member
Stocked shelves to ensure full levels of inventory were maintained
Took reservations and answered customer questions over the phone
Served special events including fish boils, tea, and breakfast, while sustaining a high level of service with a knowledge of current nutritional facts and products
Solved customer problems by providing retail customer service at events and in the storefront
Collaborated with team members to create an effective work plan to improve efficiency in the kitchen and storeroom
ACTIVITIES AND LEADERSHIP
Spartans Rebuilding Michigan (SRM) September 2016 – Present
Volunteer a minimum of 5 hours per semester, plus attended one fundraising event
Volunteer for a variety of organizations through SRM
Attend monthly meetings to learn about upcoming opportunities
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Special Olympics, Volunteer September 2013 -- Present
Feed My Starving Children, Volunteer September 2013 – Present
After school tutoring, Volunteer September 2013 – January 2014