Catherine (Kate) Pittman
Indianapolis
Summary
High-energy restaurant worker skilled at welcoming guests and overseeing dining operations. Proficient in balancing server loads, kitchen staff limits, and customer desires. Trained new employees and took leadership when obstacles arose, effectively navigating them.
Diligent with strong background in childcare and proven ability to create safe and nurturing environment for children. Successfully managed diverse age groups and facilitated engaging activities to support developmental milestones. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills in various babysitting roles.
Outgoing Volunteer providing experience helping non-profit organization with daily tasks and needs. Friendly and helpful when assisting volunteers and visitors requesting services. Driven by cause to work diligently to accomplish measurable impact.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Host
Bazbeaux Pizza
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Took orders over the phone and attended to the cash register.
- Supported servers, ran food, bussed tables, to maintain efficiency within the restaurant.
- Contributed to team success through effective communication and cooperation with coworkers and management.
Babysitter
Spence Family
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
Inventory Organizer (volunteer)
Mission 27 Resale Shop
09.2018 - Current
- Responsible for receiving donations as they are delivered to the warehouse.
- Sorted, organized, and prepped donated items for sale in the thrift store.
Customer Assistant (volunteer)
St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry
01.2023 - Current
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure from busy store traffic.
- Helped bag, handle, stock, and communicate with customers.
- Ensured efficiency and equality when handling food items that were donated.
Education
- English Education
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-2028
Roncalli High School
Indianapolis, IN05.2024
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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School
Indianapolis, IN05.2020
Skills
- Exceptional communication
- Team collaboration
- Positive attitude
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
Additional Experience
- Spent over 16 hours in a middle school classroom at Tecumseh Junior High, West Lafayette, IN, serving as an aid for the teacher and students.
- Currently helping with afterschool classes at the Civics Theatre of Greater Lafayette, engaging and aiding students ranging from ages 8-13.
- Currently working in a research group focusing on motivations of middle schoolers in the classroom.
Timeline
Customer Assistant (volunteer)
St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry
01.2023 - Current
Host
Bazbeaux Pizza
06.2022 - 01.2025
Inventory Organizer (volunteer)
Mission 27 Resale Shop
09.2018 - Current
Babysitter
Spence Family
08.2017 - 08.2020
- English Education
Purdue University
Roncalli High School
-
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School
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