James Burney
Results-driven host with a focus on customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Experienced in training new team members and collaborating with kitchen staff to ensure timely service delivery. Ready to apply these skills to new and familiar fields,
Work History
Host
1 Year 1 Month- Greeted and seated guests over 50 guests a day, ensuring positive dining experiences.
- Managed a heavy reservation system, optimizing table turnover and guest flow.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery to tables.
- Assisted in training 5 new hosts on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Operated and managed the electronic register system up to 20 times a shift
Dishwasher
2 Years 1 Month- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment to maintain cleanliness and efficiency in kitchen operations 90% of the time.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during food preparation and cleaning processes every shift.
- Collaborated with all kitchen staff to streamline workflow and minimize downtime during peak service hours.
- Trained 3 new employees on proper dishwashing techniques and equipment usage to enhance team performance.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
- J. Floyd Moore Scholarship Recipient
- Relevant Coursework: Principles of Management & "On Managing Yourself" Seminar
- Extracurricular Activities: Men's Lacrosse
- Business Fellows Program Member
High School Diploma
- Awarded 2x Academic All-Conference (Men's Lacrosse)
- Honor Roll All 4-Years
- Completed AP course in Environmental Science, Statistics, and Psychology
- 3.8 GPA
- Extracurricular Activities: Men's Lacrosse, Men's Football, Ultimate Frisbee
- Interact Club Member
- Elected Captain of Men's Lacrosse (Senior)
- cum laude graduate
Skills
Certification
- Expert in Microsoft Excel Credential (Athens Drive Highschool, 2025)
- Red-cross Baby Sitting License
- ServSafe
Timeline
Host
Dishwasher
Guilford College
Athens Drive Magnet High School
Men's Varsity Lacrosse Defensive MVP (Senior)
It was only my second year playing the sport after my friends motivated me to join. During my first season, I used my natural athleticism and game sense to guide my way through blossoming into a valuable player. I showed much potential once the season was over, but I had to work hard to reach it. I spent the summer playing and stood out enough to get college looks. This gave me a giant boost of confidence going into senior season, the most anticipated period of time I have ever experienced. This being my first year starting, I knew I had to establish my presence. I soon became the teams defensive cornerstone that also contributed on the offensive end. With our end record being 19-6, I was commended for my constant efforts and desire to make everyone, myself included, better. In just my second year of playing, I accomplished what many have played for their entire life to achieve, all due to hard work. This further reinforces that hard work beats talent when talent refuses to work hard (doesn't mean hard work can't have talent of course).