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New York, New York, United States

New York City Metropolitan Area

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

- Interned through IES Abroad Summer Internship Programs based on career interests and opportunities to get first- hand international experience in Sydney- Worked on improving the company’s marketing strategy, focusing on social media advertising, to increase the company’s brand awareness and clientele in the local area- Researched and analyzed marketing strategies that integrate best with the company’s objective and vision of innovation and ambition to expand

Beach Haven, New Jersey, United States

- Acquired knowledge on the components that affect a restaurant’s profitability in the industry, such as competition, expenses, inventory, target markets, & brand diversification- Handled the monetary transactions relating to customers, resulting in understanding the value of gratuity and customer based commissions- Associated with Station 117 Tavern & Garden

Morris Plains, New Jersey, United States

- Composed tax returns and filed important accountant documents, such as bank reconciliations, payroll, and income statements.- Gained firsthand experience working at an accounting firm where applying the knowledge about the fundamentals of accounting taught in a school setting were applied in real world situations.

Beach Haven, New Jersey, United States

- Entrusted to fulfill customer satisfaction by supporting the servers with tasks to make the restaurant run smoothly and in a timely manner.- Prioritized the health and safety regulations in the restaurant industry in order for customers to dine in a cleanly environment.

Beach Haven, New Jersey, United States

- Managed and organized approximately 60 tables in three different locations, seated guests as soon as possible, and regulated reservation data entries to maintain a productive and balanced number of customers in the restaurant.- Addressed all customers hospitably and professionally, and had clear communication to make sure all needs were met to achieve customer satisfaction.- Enhanced both a leadership position by regulating how many customers could dine at the restaurant and communication skills by having a clear understanding with the customers and the serving staff to meet everyone's needs.