Kiersten Rice

• Currently working as a hygiene assistant, supporting dental hygienists by preparing patients and treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and assisting with patient care and procedures. Responsible for taking dental x-rays and panoramic images to ensure accurate diagnostics. Maintains strict infection control protocols and keeps the clinical environment clean and organized. Contributes to a smooth daily workflow while creating a calm, supportive experience for both patients and team members.

Assisted guests with purchases, returns, product questions, and store navigation while operating cash registers accurately and handling transactions. Supported daily store operations by maintaining organized sales floors, restocking merchandise, and collaborating with team members to ensure a positive shopping experience during high-volume seasonal periods.

Instructed martial arts classes for students ranging from young children to adults, focusing on physical technique, self-discipline, and confidence-building. Developed lesson plans tailored to different age groups and skill levels to ensure student progress and engagement. Encouraged students to show respect for all cultures and traditions, promoting diversity and inclusion within the dojo. Reinforced the value of hard work, perseverance, and mutual respect both in and out of class. Maintained a safe, structured environment and assisted with belt testing, student evaluations, and special events.

Served as the first point of contact for guests, providing a warm, welcoming experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Managed waitlists, efficiently seated guests to optimize table flow, and communicated seating needs with the front-of-house team. Handled phone orders and takeout with speed and accuracy while maintaining attention to detail. Maintained cleanliness and organization at the host stand and entry area. Contributed to team coordination during busy shifts by assisting with to-go orders, answering customer inquiries, and helping ensure smooth restaurant operations from entry to exit.