Jake Ekstrom
El Segundo
Summary
Developed skills in community engagement, program planning, and event coordination within recreational setting. Looking to transition into new field while leveraging strengths in leadership and communication. Committed to fostering collaborative and inclusive environments to drive positive outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Host
Eddie V's Prime Seafood/Darden Restaurants
El Segundo, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Greeted and seated guests, ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed reservation system, optimizing table assignments for efficiency.
- Assisted guests with menu inquiries, enhancing dining experience through knowledge of offerings.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to maintain smooth service flow during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of host station and waiting areas.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities, contributing to overall team success in high-pressure situations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Managed the flow of restaurant traffic, strategically assigning tables based on server availability and guest preferences for optimal efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with servers and kitchen staff to ensure seamless dining experiences for guests.
- Maintained an organized reservation system for efficient guest accommodation and minimized wait times.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
Recreation Specialist
City Of El Segundo
El Segundo, CA
06.2019 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging recreational programs for diverse community groups.
- Coordinated schedules and activities for various sports leagues and events.
- Facilitated and assisted the production of community theater and drama programs.
- Created and designed quarterly recreation brochures.
- Collaborated with local vendors to promote their programs.
- Led training sessions for staff on safety protocols and program delivery.
- Managed participant registrations and maintained accurate records in database systems.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development within the recreation team.
- Oversaw facility operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and maintenance protocols.
- Oversaw maintenance tasks within recreation facilities to ensure cleanliness and safety standards were consistently met.
- Successfully coordinated large-scale community events such as festivals or tournaments that attracted visitors from surrounding regions.
- Managed timesheets for recreation attendants, instructors and coaches to provide prompt payment.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Performed program financial administration, reporting, and documentation functions.
- Recruited trained, and supervised volunteers to support the successful delivery of recreational activities.
- Increased community engagement through effective marketing of recreational events and activities.
- Organized seasonal camps that provided enriching experiences for children during school breaks.
- Created a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for participants of all ages and abilities in recreational facilities.
- Led training sessions for new staff, equipping them with necessary skills to deliver high-quality recreational services.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Segundo High School
El SegundoSkills
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Staff management
- Activity planning
- Administrative leadership
- Program management
- Program planning
- Proficient with Outlook and Excel
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Restaurant Host
Eddie V's Prime Seafood/Darden Restaurants
06.2025 - Current
Recreation Specialist
City Of El Segundo
06.2019 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
El Segundo High School