Andrea Watson

Directed daily operations at 2 locations, including a high-volume café, by leading staff and delivering outstanding customer service.

• Managed daily restaurant operations, staffing, and workflow to optimize guest experience
• Coordinated projects, inventory, and vendor needs to maintain operational efficiency
• Supervised food preparation, event setup, service delivery, and breakdown to uphold quality standards.

Created nurturing environment supporting children's emotional and social growth, fostering emotional stability and social advancement

• Used verbal de-escalation techniques to manage behavior positively
• Fostered teamwork, inclusion, and positive social interactions
• Maintained compliance with childcare regulations and safety standards, ensuring a safe and secure learning environment

Facilitated catering operations for campus events by delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring seamless event execution.

• Balanced competing demands effectively in a dynamic workplace
• Assisted with food preparations, setup, service, and breakdown

Executed donor outreach and fundraising strategies for Hendrix College, enhancing alumni participation and increasing annual gifts.

• Utilized persuasive communication skills to engage with donors effectively.
• Maintained accurate donor records and call documentation