Megan Pasderetz
Palos Hills
Summary
Organized professional with extensive experience in hospitality and a proven track record of delivering exceptional service. Strong leadership skills foster high-performing teams through effective communication and a focus on employee wellness. Expertise in managing collaborative environments that enhance team performance and customer satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Server Manager
Durbin's
Tinley Park
09.2018 - Current
- Trained and supervised staff on service techniques and restaurant policies.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain guest satisfaction levels.
- Served orders by picking up and delivering customers' choices from bar and kitchen.
- Analyzed system logs and identified potential issues with server operations.
- Coordinated schedules to optimize team efficiency during peak hours.
- Performed troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve system-related problems.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Methodist Preschool of LaGrange
La Grange
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to promote positive interactions.
- Communicated with parents about children's progress and classroom events regularly.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Made and distributed nutritious snacks by preparing and dividing into portions.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Organized classroom materials and ensured a clean, safe learning environment.
Camp Coordinator
Camp Manitoqua
Frankfort
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and campers for effective collaboration.
- Coordinated camp activities to ensure smooth operation and engagement.
- Led team meetings to address concerns and enhance overall camp experience.
- Engaged children in interactive activities and organized arts and crafts, sports games and Bible studies.
- Ensured the safety of all campers by enforcing rules set forth in the camp handbook.
- Created weekly newsletters informing parents about upcoming events or changes in policies and procedures at the camp.
Marketing Director/Community Engagement
Maher Funeral Home and Legal Services
Tinley Park
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Organized promotional campaigns, including social media, print materials, press releases, and website content.
- Managed relationships with advertising agencies, local businesses and vendors.
- Identified opportunities for new business partnerships or other growth initiatives.
- Greeted visitors and provided assistance to families during funeral arrangements.
- Offered administrative expertise in managing funeral home operations.
Family Nanny
Oeffling Family
Brookfield
10.2018 - 08.2023
- Provided full-time care for two children, including meal preparation, schooling, dressing, bathing, transportation, housework, and assisted with medical needs.
- Organized age appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, games, outdoor play, reading time, and music.
- Set up a safe learning environment with developmentally appropriate toys and materials.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's daily activities and behaviors.
- Taught preschool curriculum
- Took initiative in researching new ways to engage the children through educational activities.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Awana Teacher
Anchor Church
Palos Heights
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Developed and implemented weekly lesson plans for Awana clubs.
- Assisted with the organization of club activities including games, Bible study, crafts, and music.
- Facilitated discussions on topics related to Christian faith formation.
- Interacted with parents and guardians of children participating in services, classes and events to build strong relationships and expand church membership.
- Devised strategies to drive program growth, encouraging children to build and strengthen relationships with Jesus.
- Gathered classroom supplies and materials.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Marketing/Dance
Saint Mary's College
Notre Dame, INSkills
- Superior Communication Skills
- Event management
- Organizational skills
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Early Childhood Training
- First Aid and CPR Certified
References
References available upon request.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Methodist Preschool of LaGrange
08.2024 - 06.2025
Camp Coordinator
Camp Manitoqua
04.2024 - 08.2024
Marketing Director/Community Engagement
Maher Funeral Home and Legal Services
05.2023 - 09.2023
Family Nanny
Oeffling Family
10.2018 - 08.2023
Server Manager
Durbin's
09.2018 - Current
Awana Teacher
Anchor Church
09.2018 - 04.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Marketing/Dance
Saint Mary's College
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