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Mary (Meg) Gardner

Laguna Beach

Summary

Women’s Collegiate Indoor and Beach Volleyball, Saddleback College.

Captain (2025) |June 2024 – Present

  • Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Mentor Collective, Saddleback College

Mentor |August 2025 – Present

  • Reliable mentor prepared to take on new role focused on developing emotional, social and life skills. Strengths include communication, activity planning and problem solving. Well-versed in working with individuals of all ages.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess | Food Runner

Reunion Kitchen
Laguna Beach
05.2025 - 09.2025
  • Greeted and seated guests promptly at entrance.
  • Managed reservation system to optimize seating arrangements.
  • Monitored wait times and updated guests regularly on status.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.

Assistant Coach

Laguna Coast Volleyball Club
Laguna Beach
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Assisted in developing practice plans for athletes' skill improvement.
  • Coordinated game strategies with head coach and players for effective execution.
  • Evaluated player performance during practices and provided constructive feedback.
  • Organized team events to foster community engagement and team spirit.

Retail Sales Associate

Business & Pleasure Co.
Laguna Beach
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted customers in selecting products that fit their needs.
  • Maintained store appearance by organizing merchandise and displays.
  • Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding product features and benefits.
  • Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.

Camp Counselor

Premier Aquatics
Laguna Beach
06.2020 - 08.2022
  • Supervised daily camp activities to ensure participant safety and engagement.
  • Managed equipment inventory and maintained cleanliness of facilities.
  • Developed creative games and activities to enhance camper enjoyment.

Education

High School - Laguna Beach, CA

Laguna Beach High School
Laguna Beach, CA
06.2024

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology, Biology

Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Point-of-sale transactions
  • Visual merchandising
  • Stock replenishment
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management

Timeline

Hostess | Food Runner

Reunion Kitchen
05.2025 - 09.2025

Assistant Coach

Laguna Coast Volleyball Club
01.2025 - 06.2025

Retail Sales Associate

Business & Pleasure Co.
07.2023 - 05.2024

Camp Counselor

Premier Aquatics
06.2020 - 08.2022

High School - Laguna Beach, CA

Laguna Beach High School

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology, Biology

Saddleback College
Mary (Meg) Gardner