Wyatt Kenninger
Beaufort
Summary
Reliable and adaptable professional with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills, has a solid background in the service industry, as well as knowledgeable in multi-media production and communications. Known for strong multitasking abilities and attention to detail, goal-oriented, with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I am committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Olive Garden
Bluffton, SC
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new staff on restaurant procedures and service excellence standards.
- Implemented inventory management practices to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Streamlined communication between front-of-house and kitchen staff to improve order accuracy and speed of service.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
Server/Bartender
Olive Garden
Bluffton, SC
10.2018 - 01.2023
- Provided attentive service, ensuring guest satisfaction through prompt order delivery and meal presentation.
- Trained and mentored new staff on menu items, customer service protocols, and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and adherence to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Resolved customer complaints with calm, solution-focused approach, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
Media Production Intern
The University of South Carolina-Beaufort
Bluffton, SC
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in production of multimedia content for university events and promotional materials.
- Managed audio and video equipment setup for recording sessions, ensuring optimal performance.
- Edited video footage using many different industry-standard software types to enhance visual storytelling.
- Coordinated logistics for filming schedules and equipment setup
- Edited audio and visual elements to enhance final project quality
- Collaborated with faculty to develop engaging multimedia presentations
- Worked independently, when requested; on smaller university projects
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
The University of South Carolina
Beaufort, SC12-2022
Skills
- Service excellence
- Financial transaction processing
- Collaborative team management
- Strategic decision-making
- Multitasking and organization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Video editing
- Content strategy
- Strong attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
- Video and audio production skills
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Olive Garden
01.2023 - Current
Media Production Intern
The University of South Carolina-Beaufort
01.2022 - 12.2022
Server/Bartender
Olive Garden
10.2018 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Communications
The University of South Carolina