Kathryn Heminghaus
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dedicated emerging Community Health Worker with a strong foundation in health sciences and hands-on outreach experience through my internship with KC CARE Health Center. Bringing a background in hospitality leadership, I excel in building rapport, providing client-centered support, and navigating sensitive conversations with empathy and cultural awareness. Skilled in community engagement, health education, and connecting individuals to essential resources. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage fast-paced environments, and consistently deliver high-quality service. Committed to reducing health disparities and improving the well-being of underserved communities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Hostess
Lula Southern Cookhouse
08.2024 - Current
- Supervised front-of-house operations, ensuring seamless guest experiences and efficient seating management.
- Trained and mentored new host staff on customer service protocols and reservation systems.
- Coordinated with kitchen and wait staff to optimize dining flow and reduce wait times.
- Implemented improvements in guest seating arrangements, enhancing overall restaurant capacity efficiency.
Dog Sitter
Rover.com
02.2021 - Current
- Provided attentive care for dogs, ensuring safety and well-being during walks and playtime.
- Developed trusting relationships with pet owners through effective communication and regular updates.
- Managed multiple dog-sitting assignments, adapting to individual pet needs and routines.
- Monitored the health and behavior of pets, reporting any concerns to owners promptly.
Cashier
Glory Days Pizza
12.2021 - 11.2023
- Handling money within the register, and ensuring that payment is collected.
- I greeted customers entering the store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and complaints effectively.
- Working to improve customer satisfaction when visiting the establishment.
- Preparing salads and taking orders over the phone.
Server
Delmar Gardens
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Serve meals to the elderly to support patients' social interaction.
- Serve the food on plates for employees to take away.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
Caregiver
Synergy Homecare
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Aided with the daily needs of the Elderly in my neighboring communities
- Transported clients to doctors appointments and complete errands
- Provided a support system for my clients
Caregiver
Autumn Homecare
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Aided with the daily needs of the Elderly in my neighboring communities
- Transported clients to doctors appointments and complete errands
- Provided a support system for my clients
Team Member
Stefaninas
04.2018 - 02.2020
- Proficient in customer service.
- Solve many customer issues in the business.
- Organize orders for customers in order to help the managers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service and problem resolution.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Kansas City12-2025
General diploma - undefined
Holt High School
Wentzville05.2020
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SCC CAPS
St. Charles05.2020
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Customer Service
- Achiever- CliftonStrengths Finder
- Individualization- CliftonStrengths Finder
- Focus- CliftonStrengths Finder
- Discipline-CliftonStrengths Finder
- Significance- CliftonStrengths Finder
- Lean Six Sigma
- First Aid
- CPR & AED Certified- American Heart Association
LANGUAGES
Spanish- Upper Beginner
Timeline
Head Hostess
Lula Southern Cookhouse
08.2024 - Current
Cashier
Glory Days Pizza
12.2021 - 11.2023
Dog Sitter
Rover.com
02.2021 - Current
Caregiver
Synergy Homecare
10.2020 - 01.2022
Caregiver
Autumn Homecare
04.2020 - 08.2021
Server
Delmar Gardens
02.2020 - 12.2022
Team Member
Stefaninas
04.2018 - 02.2020
General diploma - undefined
Holt High School
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SCC CAPS
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Missouri - Kansas City