Saige Smith
Saige Smith

Dependable and hard working with over 3 years of experience in interacting and communicating with the public. Personable and friendly customer service specialist who is dedicated to customer loyalty and satisfaction. Driven to be a more successful team player. Reliable and friendly employee adept at learning and mastering new concepts and skills. Passionate about helping customers, creating satisfying shopping experiences, and building long-lasting relationships.


EXPERIENCE
06/2019 – 08/2019
Horse Wrangler, Bar Lazy J Ranch
Every morning would start by preparing the barn for the herd to come down.
All of the horses would have to be fed and saddled before their rides for the day.
Besides working with the horses and taking care of them, my job consisted of spending time with the guests and taking them on rides across the Rocky Mountains twice a day.
This job starts before the sun comes up and on some nights it wouldn’t end until it goes down.

07/2018 – 05/2019
Trainer and sales, ATC Fitness
Assisted ATC Fitness during downtime by responding to guest inquires such as tours, providing information regarding club services, and selling memberships.
Cleaned gym continuously throughout a shift when not busy answering phone calls, dealing with banking and membership issues, and providing assistance to members who are working out.

06/2018 – 05/2019
Server, farm hand, catering driver, event helper, Casey jones Village and the farm
Checked on all tables at appropriate intervals to refill drinks and respond to requests and clean tables and section in between table rotations.
Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto grass, shrubs and trees and also planted seeds, bulbs, ground covers, and trees.
Operated motorized vehicles and equipment such as a John Deere gator, weed-eater, tiller, and mower.
Advertised for upcoming events such as a farmers market to promote engagement and involvement.
Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklist before first delivery with 100% accuracy rate.
Organized materials, cleaned facilities and set up equipment to prepare for events.

09/2016 – 02/2018
Carry-out server, Hostess, Outback steakhouse
Guided guests through menu options while demonstrating thorough knowledge of food, beverages, and ingredients.
Took orders and prepared food and beverages for take-out and would then deliver food to the guests’ vehicle and collect payment.
Answered phones politely and promptly while accurately recording and confirming reservations.
Greeted guests and sat customers at tables or in waiting areas.
Inspected restrooms for cleanliness and availability of supplies multiple times per shift.
Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciliation of cash drawer.

06/2016– 08/2016
hired hand, Jackson National golf club
Assisted in care of facility equipment, grounds, roads and fences.
Hooked golf ball retriever to golf cart and had to sweep range until clean of golf balls and then was responsible for washing all golf balls and returning them to vending machine.
Was in charge of 60 golf carts and their cleanliness, gas usage, and making sure they were put up every night.
Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, and even during vigorous weather conditions, to ensure that the grounds were kept up and the range and carts were in the best condition possible.


EDUCATION
Current
bachelor of science in agriculture, Jackson State community college

05/2018
High school diploma, south side high school


SKILLS
Presentation and Public Speaking
Strong Communication Skills
Flexibility
Self-Management
Courteous Demeanor
Research and Strategy
Outbound Marketing
Active Listening
Effective Team Player


ACHIEVEMENTS
Throughout school I was exceedingly active in clubs such as the Interact Club, Spanish Club, and FFA. I graduated high school as an honors student and am an Academic Scholar, Technology Scholar, and Tennessee Scholar.