ELLA NEFF
Three Penny Taproom
Columbia,SC
1
Language
5
years of professional experience
Chi Omega Fraternity - Mental Health Committee Leader
- Lead and coordinate mental wellness initiatives supporting chapter members
- Direct peer support meetings addressing academic stress, social challenges, and personal wellness
- Develop and implement programming that fosters emotional resilience and creates a supportive community culture
Victory Animal Rescue - Volunteer
- Walk and care for shelter dogs on a recurring basis
- Organize and coordinate donation drives for food, toys, and supplies
Work History
Substitute Teacher
2 Months- Provided one-on-one academic and life-skills support tailored to individual student needs
- Built trusting relationships with students through patience, clear communication, and encouragement
- (Summer and flexible engagement)
Hostess & Server — Shift Leader
3 Months- Led shift operations, training new staff on service procedures to ensure consistent service quality
- Provided friendly, efficient service and assisted team in fast-paced taproom
- Managed multiple tables, maintaining organization and quality of service under time pressure.
Pet & House Sitting
2 Years 2 Months- Managed daily care and schedules for up to six pets concurrently, including administering medications
- Maintained clean, organized home environments for clients while providing reliable, trustworthy care
- (summer and flexible engagement)
Server / Hostess / Bartender — Shift Leader
1 Year- Served as Shift Leader, coordinating front-of-house during high-volume shifts
- Trained new servers/hosts on service standards, and guest experience expectations
- Greeted and seated guests while keeping the dining room clean, organized, and welcoming
- (pre-enrollment and gap year)
Attendant
1 Year 7 Months- Supervised and cared for dogs throughout the day, communicating daily updates to pet parents
- Maintained a clean, safe facility and implemented basic training techniques with animals
- (pre-enrollment)
Hostess & Server
10 Months- Managed guest seating and order-taking with a positive, professional attitude
- Helped maintain a clean, welcoming atmosphere for a steady flow of customers
- (pre-enrollment)
Education
IN-Progress - Broadcast Journalism
- Minor: Public Relations
- Concentration: Sports Media
- Expected Graduation: May 2028
- Relevant Coursework: Sports Media & Society — A | Multimedia Sports Storytelling — A | Business Reporting & Writing (In-Progress)| Brand Communication & Management for Athletes (In-Progress)
- [Fall, 2025] - Dean's List
- [Spring, 2026] - Dean's List
Skills
Leadership development
Customer engagement
Dining experience
Time management
Interpersonal communication
Conflict resolution
Leadership advocacy
Relationship building
Food safety knowledge
Interpersonal communication
LANGUAGES
English (Native) | Spanish (Intermediate)
Timeline
Hostess & Server — Shift Leader
Three Penny Taproom
05.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Substitute Teacher
Seeds of Change School
05.2025 - 07.2025Read More
Pet & House Sitting
Self-employed
06.2024 - 08.2026Read More
Server / Hostess / Bartender — Shift Leader
Positive Pie
05.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Attendant
Ellie May's Doggy Daycare
10.2022 - 05.2024Read More
Hostess & Server
The Social
10.2021 - 08.2022Read More
University of South Carolina
IN-Progress from Broadcast Journalism
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