Lara Steakley
Commerce City,CO
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience as Private Nanny and Host at Applebee's. Expertise in child development through tailored activities, ensuring safety and well-being. Skilled in service excellence and team coordination, fostering strong relationships with families and optimizing guest experiences. Committed to maintaining high standards and creating nurturing environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Self Employed Services
08.2025 - Current
- Enhanced child development through personalized educational activities and structured routines.
- Ensured children's safety by supervising play and maintaining organized schedules.
- Communicated daily with parents about children's milestones and concerns effectively.
- Adapted care strategies according to each child's individual needs and development stages.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment to promote learning and exploration.
- Fostered nurturing relationships with parents, discussing children's progress and needs regularly.
Host
Applebee's
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by greeting and seating patrons promptly.
- Optimized table turnover by effectively managing waitlists and reservations.
- Trained new hosts on operational procedures to ensure smooth transitions.
- Improved service efficiency by monitoring dining room flow during busy shifts.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly, ensuring a positive dining experience.
Host
IHOP
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Boosted guest satisfaction by greeting and seating promptly upon arrival.
- Created positive first impressions through friendly greetings and professional attire.
- Coordinated reservations efficiently, preventing overbooking and managing guest flow.
- Maintained cleanliness by regularly monitoring seating areas and restrooms.
- Facilitated smooth shift transitions by sharing essential information with staff.
- Optimized server workload via effective table rotation, enhancing service quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brighton Highschool
Brighton, CO12.2024
Skills
- Building professional connections
- Proficient in early childhood care
- Service excellence
- Proficient in handling concurrent responsibilities
- Strong organizational skills
- Open to new challenges
- Thoroughness in task execution
- Consistent professional demeanor
- Experience with retail software solution
- Team coordination
- Revenue growth methods
Timeline
Private Nanny
Self Employed Services
08.2025 - Current
Host
Applebee's
06.2024 - 08.2025
Host
IHOP
01.2024 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Brighton Highschool