Syrdera Little
Columbia
Summary
Hello! I am a Deli Clerk at Publix, while being a dedicated student while pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice at the University of South Carolina. I have a wonderful background in food preparation and customer service. I am known by past and present coworkers to work hard and show my ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments while also providing my excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Bel-Aire Community Partners
Greenville, SC
08.2019 - 04.2023
- Assisted Program Leaders
- Assisted with special events and programs
- Helped with Homework, activities, and outside time
- Established a relationship with students and leaders
- Volunteered 3 to 4 days per week after school
- Tutored young elementary students K5-5th
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Front of House Trainer
Chick-fil-A
Piedmont, SC
09.2020 - 03.2023
- Trained new front-of-house employees on customer service standards, POS systems, and daily operations
- Provided leadership and mentorship to team members, improving efficiency and service consistency
- Delivered high-quality customer service by taking orders, preparing items, and resolving guest concerns
- Maintained clean, organized, and safe work areas to support team productivity and customer satisfaction
- Utilized POS systems to accurately process food and beverage orders
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during high-volume shifts
Hostess
Olive Garden
Greenville, SC
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Greeted and welcomed guests upon arrival, providing a warm and friendly atmosphere
- Managed guest reservations and seating arrangements efficiently, ensuring smooth flow of service
- Provided accurate wait time estimates to guests, minimizing customer dissatisfaction
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the host stand area at all times
Front of House Team Member
Chick-fil-a Five Points
Columbia, SC
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Delivered excellent customer service by greeting guests, taking orders, and resolving concerns
- Accurately processed food and beverage orders using POS systems in a fast-paced environment
- Maintained clean, organized, and safe work areas to support efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during high-volume shifts
- Prepared and assembled food, beverages, and orders while maintaining quality standards
Crew Member
Skyzone
Greenville, SC
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Monitored trampoline areas to ensure that guests follow safety rules.
- Perform regular cleaning of trampolines, foam pits, and common areas.
- Clean party rooms and set them up for the next event.
- Assist coworkers in busy areas during peak hours.
- Participate in regular team meetings and training sessions.
Summer Internship
Bel-aire Community Partners
Greenville, SC
04.2024 - 07.2024
- During the summer I did a summer internship at a summer camp called BOOST
- Planned and organized field trips for the week
- Planned and organized activities for the week
- Made breakfast/lunch
- Helped plan math, writing, and reading activities for the week
Front of House Team Member
Chick-fil-a Five Points
Columbia, SC
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Delivered excellent customer service by greeting guests, taking orders, and resolving concerns
- Accurately processed food and beverage orders using POS systems in a fast-paced environment
- Maintained clean, organized, and safe work areas to support efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during high-volume shifts
- Prepared and assembled food, beverages, and orders while maintaining quality standardsI greeted guest, took orders, made drinks/desserts, bagged orders, plus more
- Successfully communicated with all members of my team in order to navigate job responsibilities and complete daily tasks
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety
- Approached all tasks with a productive and efficient mindset
Crew Member
Five Guys
Columbia, SC
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Learned all roles and rotated through positions
- Restocked supplies
- Operated cash registers and accurately handled transactions
- Communicated clearly, quickly, and politely with coworkers to support order management and quality
- Maintained productivity goals by resolving issues
PT Deli Clerk
Publix Deli
Columbia, SC
02.2025 - Current
- Prepared and customized deli orders, including slicing meats and assembling subs based on customer preferences
- Maintained high food safety and sanitation standards to ensure product quality and compliance
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting with orders, answering questions, and recommending items
- Managed inventory by restocking supplies and monitoring low-stock items during shifts
- Handled special orders and catering requests while ensuring accuracy and attention to detail
- Worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining clean and organized workstations
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenville Senior High Academy
Greenville, SC06-2023
Skills
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
- Food Service
- Effective Team Player
- Communication skills
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Honesty and integrity
- Strong work ethic
- Food preparations
- POS system operation
- Cash handling proficiency
Timeline
PT Deli Clerk
Publix Deli
02.2025 - Current
Crew Member
Five Guys
09.2024 - 12.2024
Front of House Team Member
Chick-fil-a Five Points
08.2024 - 09.2024
Crew Member
Skyzone
05.2024 - 08.2024
Summer Internship
Bel-aire Community Partners
04.2024 - 07.2024
Front of House Team Member
Chick-fil-a Five Points
01.2024 - 05.2024
Hostess
Olive Garden
03.2023 - 07.2023
Front of House Trainer
Chick-fil-A
09.2020 - 03.2023
Volunteer
Bel-Aire Community Partners
08.2019 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Greenville Senior High Academy