Eily Thurston
Bloomington
Summary
Possesses versatile skills in problem-solving and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Currently focused on IT based roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Hostess
The Elm
10.2024 - Current
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
- Collaborated with servers to ensure smooth transitions between tables, minimizing wait times for guests.
- Managed reservation system to optimize table turnover.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
Restaurant Hostess
Lennies
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Managed reservation system to optimize table turnover.
- Assisted with menu explanations and answered guest inquiries.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
- Greeted and seated guests in a friendly, efficient manner.
Volunteer
WonderLab
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Facilitated engaging activities to enhance campers' social and teamwork skills.
- Supported staff in managing daily operations and ensuring a safe environment.
- Assisted in planning and executing educational programs tailored to campers' interests.
- Monitored camper participation to encourage involvement in various activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity And Global Policy
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05-2029
High School Diploma -
Bloomington High School South
Bloomington05-2025
Skills
- Customer service
- Strong multitasking
- Phone etiquette
- POS system operations
- Active learning
- Complex Problem-solving
- Handling complaints
- Judgment and decision making
- High-volume phone answering
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess
The Elm
10.2024 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Lennies
07.2023 - 10.2024
Volunteer
WonderLab
06.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity And Global Policy
Indiana University, Bloomington
High School Diploma -
Bloomington High School South
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