Kaitlin Soto has over 10 years of experience in food service and beverage roles. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition Science from Benedictine University and an Associates degree from Joliet Junior College. Her resume highlights employment history at several resorts, casinos, and cafes where she has taken on roles in social media coordination, beverage cart attendant, server, bartender, and bakeshop clerk. She also has extensive volunteer experience in nutrition education and fundraising for charitable causes.
1. Kaitlin Mary Soto
413 Reedwood Drive
Joliet, IL 60436
kmsoto12@gmail.com
(815) 671-3537
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Juicy Lucy’s Fresh Juice Café in Clarendon Hills, IL
Social Media Coordinator/Lead Juicing Staff 2014-current
Job duties: Punctually open shop; access bank drawer; authorize manager sign-in to POS;
coordinate customer orders; receive/analyze produce delivery for quality/correctness; follow
standard HACCP procedures for food sanitation; create unique food/flavor combinations to
assure customer satisfaction; provide nutritional advice for employees/customers; compel
customer interest through social media marketing; manage customer concerns/comments.
Eaglewood Resort and Spa in Itasca, IL
Beverage Cart Attendant/Server 2011-current
Job duties: Directly interact with all ages and types of customers to meet their food/drink needs on
golf course or in restaurant; perform cash/credit card transactions efficiently; maintain proper
safety/health standards; greet/direct customers/guests as needed; manage high stress situations;
coordinate activities with managers/servers/cooks; work micros system, cash count reports and
money drops.
The Majestic Isle Casino in Antigua, West Indies
Bar Operations Manager/Bartender 2013-2014
Job duties: Manage inventory/purchasing/receiving of bar supply orders/shipments; manage
customer/distributor relations; maintain proper safety/health standards; develop menu/drink
options; manage customer complaints/inquiries; direct service employees including management
of overtime; meet budget constraints while maintaining efficiency in a high stress environment.
Pheasant Run Resort and Spa in Saint Charles, IL
Beverage Cart Attendant/Cocktail Waitress 2009-2011
Job duties: Same as described above in Eaglewood Resort and Spa section.
Jewel-Osco Bakeshop in Joliet, IL
Bakeshop Clerk 2007-2008
Job duties: Answer customer inquiries about baked goods; proof, bake and decorate cookies,
cakes and breads; apply quality control in labeling of goods; maintain health/safety standards re:
ovens/freezers/coolers; maintain cleanliness in workspace; rotate products on floor to ensure
turnover; keep inventory records for tracking purposes.
2. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Benedictine University in Lisle, IL Joliet Junior College in Joliet, IL
Major: Nutrition Science 2012-2015 Major: Undecided 2007-2010
Bachelor of Science May 2015, Cum Laude Associates Degree in the Arts obtained 2010
GPA: 3.67
DePaul University in Chicago, IL Joliet Catholic Academy in Joliet, IL
Major: Health Sciences 2010-2011
GPA: 3.77
AWARDS/HONORABLE MENTIONS
Diploma obtained 2007
Academic Other
St. Benedict Transfer Scholarship 2012-15 Eaglewood Resort Superstar Nominee 2013
Benedictine Nutrition Excellence Award 2013 JJC Volleyball All-Conference 2008-2009
Benedictine Nutrition Educator Award 2015 JJC Volleyball All-Area 2009
Benedictine University Dean’s List 2012-2015 JJC Volleyball Captain 2007-2009
DePaul University Dean’s List 2010-2011 JCA Volleyball Most Improved Player 2007
DePaul Health Sciences Banquet Honoree 2011
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE 2007-2015
JCA Volleyball State Finalist 2006-2007
Avon Walk for Breast Cancer American Red Cross of Greater Chicago
Golf Outing Fundraiser Coordinator Planning Committee Member
Raised $4,020 and walked 53 miles CBS 2 Cares Telethon Correspondent
DAT Trainee & Special Events Volunteer
Reserve Corps Certified 2015
Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation Loaves and Fishes Community Services
Cook-Off for Cancer Event Committee Client Nutrition Educator
Golf Outing Fundraiser Coordinator Weekly volunteer 2013, 2015
Raised $2,150 for pediatric cancer Improved SMART nutrition program
American Lung Association Fight for Air Climb Fundraiser/Participant 2013, 2015
ServSafe Food Production Manager Certified 2013-2018
Sandals Foundation, Antigua Reading Road Trip Thursdays Volunteer 2014
Student Association of Nutrition and Dietetics Benedictine Board Member (SAND) 2013-14
Premier, INC. Breakthroughs Conference Foodservice Intern 2013
Feed My Starving Children Biweekly Volunteer 2013
Joliet Catholic Academy Men’s Assistant Volleyball Coach 2007
3. REFERENCES
Eaglewood Resort and Spa/Pheasant Run The Majestic Isle Casino, Antigua
John Santangelo – Food and Beverage Director Larry Garvey – Casino Director
Cell: (630) 330-8129 Cell: (402) 830-6281
Lee Alberts – Food and Beverage Supervisor Gilroy Velasquez – Casino Manager
Cell: (630) 380-4658
Juicy Lucy’s Café
Amy Kinzie, CWC, NRT Practitioner – Shop Supervisor
Cell: (815) 347-7352
Mary Goworoski – Assistant Manager
Cell: (630) 917-6151
Cell: (312) 447-4645
Volunteer Organizations Jewel-Osco/Educational
Debby Kasper, RD – Premier Breakthroughs Director Debbie Jensen – Bakeshop Manager
Cell: (630) 541-7887 Cell: (815) 351-3899
Julie Prine, CMP – Premier Breakthroughs Supervisor Bonnie Beezhold, PhD – Benedictine
Cell: (704) 701-4561 Office: (630) 829-6528
Aaron Rodgers – Red Cross Volunteer Coordinator Julie Davis, RD – Benedictine
Cell: (312) 729-6178 Office: (630) 829-6521
Laurie Rizzo – President, Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation
Cell: (954) 650-7979
Shelley VanWitzenburg – SAND Member/Benedictine Classmate
Cell: (708) 207-6933
Jane Macdonald – Director of Nutrition and Wellness at Loaves and Fishes
E-mail: programs@loaves-fishes.org