Rylee Weakland
Chest Springs
Summary
Professional hospitality expert prepared to excel in guest relations and service excellence. Skilled in managing reservations, greeting guests warmly, and maintaining organized front-of-house environment. Strong emphasis on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering consistent, high-quality results. Exceptional communication, multitasking abilities, and positive attitude ensure welcoming and efficient experience for all guests.
Experienced with organizing and participating in community service events. Utilizes excellent communication skills to foster teamwork and cooperation. Knowledge of planning and executing projects to support organizational objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Hostess
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Clarion, PA
08.2025 - Current
- Welcomed guests and managed seating arrangements to optimize dining experience.
- Coordinated waitlists and reservations to ensure efficient table turnover.
- Collaborated with kitchen and service staff to communicate guest needs effectively.
- Trained new hostesses on protocols and customer service standards.
- Monitored dining area for cleanliness and prepared tables for incoming guests.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Babysitter
The Neibauer Family
Ebensburg, PA
03.2020 - 07.2025
- Supervise children with play, meals, and chores
- Assist children with bedtime routine
Employee
Childrens Express
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Create lesson plans to be able to teach children
- Supervise children during centers and circle time
Student Volunteer
Learning Lamp Child Care Center
Ebensburg, PA
10.2021 - 05.2025
- Assist with supervision of children
- Observe and assist with daily activities and class preparation
- Create and teach learning activities for children
Education
High School -
Penn Cambria High School
Cresson, PA05.2025
Vocational Technical School - Early Childhood Education
Admiral Peary Area Vocational Technical School
Ebensburg, PA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging
Pennwest Clarion
Clarion, PA05.2029
Skills
- Customer service
- Strong multitasking
- Greeting guests
- Active learning
- Handling complaints
- Reservation handling
- Social interaction
- Community service
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Health and safety
Certification
CPR and First Aid Training
Apart of the PHI THETA KAPPA
Some of my other hobbies tend to include hanging out with my family and friends, reading in any of my free time and running.
Timeline
Restaurant Hostess
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
08.2025 - Current
Employee
Childrens Express
09.2024 - 05.2025
Student Volunteer
Learning Lamp Child Care Center
10.2021 - 05.2025
Babysitter
The Neibauer Family
03.2020 - 07.2025
Vocational Technical School - Early Childhood Education
Admiral Peary Area Vocational Technical School
High School -
Penn Cambria High School
Bachelor of Science - Medical Imaging
Pennwest Clarion