Sarah Thompson
Salem
Summary
Dynamic professional with diverse industry experience, demonstrating adaptability and reliability in various roles. Proven ability to leverage a broad skill set to address challenges and contribute effectively to team objectives. Committed to continuous learning and growth, thriving in fast-paced environments. Strong work ethic and collaborative spirit drive success in achieving organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress
Casa Armonia
09.2025 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed food and beverage orders efficiently, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain seamless service flow during peak hours.
- Trained new waitstaff on menu items, service protocols, and customer engagement techniques.
Ceramics Assistant, Garderner, Office Assistant
Belvoir Terrace
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted ceramics teachers in their classrooms. Maintained studio operations and equipment.
- Managed flowers and decorative plants on the premises.
- Delivered and received mail for campers and staff. Made daily trips to post office.
Clothing Processor
Samaritan Shop
05.2020 - 01.2025
- Reduced errors with meticulous attention to detail.
- Enhanced team collaboration, sharing best practices for efficient techniques.
- Worked throughout all departments and assisted coworkers with various tasks.
- Fostered a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork and mutual supportiveness.
- Effectively managed workload and prioritized tasks.
- Assisted in training new employees and community volunteers.
- (SEASONAL)
Server
Airship coffee at the Pumphouse
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Exhibited strong customer service skills.
- Ensured the space was clean, organized, and in a respectable state.
- Worked closely with kitchen staff and bartenders.
- Collaborated with other team members to ensure smooth service and assist customers with their needs.
- Participated in group meetings that focused on improving service and implementing new ideas.
Manager’s Assistant
College Press at College of the Ozarks
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Ran errands to support daily needs of management.
- Managed calendar and maintained schedules for incoming printing jobs.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Answered calls, kept up with email correspondence, and continually sought methods of improving daily operations.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with tasks daily.
- Completed inventory and worked to implement better systems of organization.
- Entered data and organized filing systems.
Landscaper
College of the Ozarks
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, fertilization, and mulching.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Removing weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Performed planting, weeding, watering, trimming, and raking.
- Planned flower arrangements, and garden orientation.
- Operated landscaping machinery and vehicles.
Warehouse Worker
Retail Operations at College of the Ozarks
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely and drove the delivery van to its destinations.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
- Answered calls and handled orders and transactions over the phone.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off trucks.
Teacher’s Assistant
Life Way Christian School
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted lead teacher in creating and implementing lesson plans.
- Managed classroom activities and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated small group activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Cultivated a supportive relationship with students by actively listening and addressing their concerns.
- Supervised students during recess, lunchtime, and transitions between classes or activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
College of The Ozarks
Point Lookout, MO05.2024
Skills
- Customer service
- Process improvement
- Office administration
- Multitasking capabilities
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Team motivation
- Writing and editing
Timeline
Waitress
Casa Armonia
09.2025 - Current
Ceramics Assistant, Garderner, Office Assistant
Belvoir Terrace
04.2025 - 08.2025
Server
Airship coffee at the Pumphouse
07.2024 - 10.2024
Manager’s Assistant
College Press at College of the Ozarks
08.2023 - 05.2024
Landscaper
College of the Ozarks
01.2022 - 08.2023
Warehouse Worker
Retail Operations at College of the Ozarks
08.2021 - 12.2021
Clothing Processor
Samaritan Shop
05.2020 - 01.2025
Teacher’s Assistant
Life Way Christian School
08.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English
College of The Ozarks