Madelena Elise Ballard
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
● Outstanding Communication Aptitude: Proficient in articulating ideas in presentation, written and oral forms, demonstrated through adeptness in utilizing diverse social media platforms for effective communication strategies.
● Exemplary Work Ethic and Motivation: Renowned for an unwavering dedication to diligence, possessing a proactive approach to learning and a quick assimilation to new concepts
● Reliability and Professionalism: Acknowledged for consistent dependability and maintaining a high standard of professionalism in all endeavors, coupled with exceptional time management skills ensuring efficiency.
● Garnering over three years of hands-on experience in delivering tailored and personalized customer service solutions, attuned to meeting individual needs and fostering positive client relationships within the hospitality sector.
● Resourceful Problem-Solving and Leadership: A proactive leader proficient in resolving challenges with ingenuity, equally adept at thriving independently or collaborating within a team setting to achieve objectives.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in History August 2020- August 2022 Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas
● Minored in Media Studies
● Maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.60
● Maintained a cumulative History GPA of 3.82
Associates Arts in General Studies August 2018- May 2020 Collegiate High School, College of the Mainland
● Maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.40
● Degree: General Studies
Friendswood High School August 2016-May 2020
HONORS
Dean’s List at Texas State Spring 2021. Fall 2021, Spring 2022 Dean’s List at College of the Mainland Fall 2018 - Spring 2020 Alpha Chi Honors Society Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Summer 2022 Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society Fall 2018-Spring 2020 Nu Psi Member Fall 2018 - Spring 2020
EXPERIENCE
Trainer/ Head Waiter/ Server / Server Assistant March 2022 – June 2023 Outback Steakhouse, San Marcos, Tx.
Recognitions: Outbacker award winner for the month of September for punctuality, dedication, and attitude.
● Upsold, managed, and cared for 6 table sections as a server with positive attitude and effective timing for customers to enjoy their dining experience.
● Ran food, made drinks, promoted sales, and kept the kitchen and front of house clean and orderly as a Server Assistant.
● Worked as a Headwaiter, taking care of the books, working as a closer and opener of the restaurant, cleaning and organizing multiple times a day/week. Server May 2021 – August 2021
Olive Garden, Conroe, Tx.
● Served 3 table sections with positive attitude, effective time management, and pleased customer reviews.
● Ran food, completed side work, and assisted other servers when necessary to create a team effort, and keep an orderly and clean work environment.
● Opened and presented wine for tables, to upsell and create a fine dining feel to their dining experience.
Hostess/Cashier March 2019- July 2019
King’s BierHaus
● Aided in the grand opening of the restaurant, helping create returning customers through greet service.
● Managed to got orders, and made up-sales for the company.
● Worked as a store closer, cleaning it multiple times per shift, as well as cleaning bathrooms and bar glasses.
INTERNSHIPS
Office administration/Project Management March 2019- July 2019 Abcott Construction
● Spearheaded office administration, inclusion Utilizing QuickBooks software to manage contract employee compensation and benefits.
● Worked as Project Mander for residential homes, including coordinating schedules, city inspections, overseeing on-site activities, tracking progress and liaising with clients to ensure project completion within established timelines and budgets.
● Provided personal assistance to the head of the company, including scheduling with employees and clients, correspondence to enhance productivity. CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Food Handlers Certification 2022-2024
TABC Certified 2022-2024
CPR- Infant/Child/Adult January 2024 to Present
VOLUNTEERISM/ACTIVITIES
Craft Instructor/Docent/Volunteer
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, Houston, Tx. October 2023-Current Historian/Honors In-Action Co-Chair,
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Texas City, Tx. Fall 2018-Spring 2020 Clean-up Leader/Volunteer
Trash bash, Dickinson, Tx. Spring 2019/Annual
Coordinator/Volunteer
Family Promise, Clear Lake, Tx. December 2018
Art Teacher/Volunteer
Spark Academy, Humble, Tx. October 2018-January 2019 Counselor/Camp Intern /Kitchen Volunteer
Hope for Kids Leadership Academy, Philadelphia, Pa. Summer 2018 Mentor/Counselor/ Cabin Leader
Hope Youth Corps., Philadelphia, Pa. Summer 2017