Kaya Steele
Mount Pleasant,SC
Summary
Collaborative working professional with 4+ years of experience in managing photography teams, retail workshops and classes, while demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills. Proven ability to effectively plan and manage events, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional customer satisfaction. Passionate about community service and committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Hostess
Coconut Joes Bar And Grill
Isle of Palms, SC
02.2026 - Current
- Managed guest seating arrangements to optimize flow and enhance customer experience.
- Trained and supervised new host staff, ensuring adherence to service standards. Handled guest complaints with tact and diplomacy, working to find satisfactory resolutions promptly.
Brand Ambassador
American Eagle/Aerie
Mount Pleasant
08.2025 - Current
- Working a cash register, outfitting customers, providing a well-rounded experience from entry to exit, properly stocking, facing, sizing, and checking inventory. Worked with a large team of brand ambassadors and managers to assure measurable outcomes from seasonal to everyday.
Hostess
Tavern & Table
Mount Pleasant
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Worked as a hostess, answering the phone, coordinating, planning and seating reservations; collaborating with servers and managers on party size and wait times while remaining positive and welcoming.
Studio Manager
The Art Place Studio
Mount Pleasant
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Working as a studio manager, instructing parties of 30+ of varying ages. Included classes, studio time and workshop organization, as well as scheduling and mitigating customer service issues and creating a positive experience for guests.
Education
Degree - undefined
Wando High School
Mount Pleasant06.2027
Skills
Leadership, Event Planning, Team Management, Community Service, Conflict Resolution, Client Engagement, Networking
Certification
CPR Certified (National CPR Foundation), BLS Certification, HIPPA Certified, Adobe platforms training.
AWARDS
Southern Interscholastic Press Association: Best Overall, TOP Competition, 2nd Place - Illustration, 3rd Place - Landscape Photo, 3rd Place - Photo Illustration
ACADEMIC ORGANIZATIONS
AP Academy, BETA Club, JCL Latin Club, Latin Honor Society, Yearbook Photographer
Timeline
Head Hostess
Coconut Joes Bar And Grill
02.2026 - Current
Brand Ambassador
American Eagle/Aerie
08.2025 - Current
Hostess
Tavern & Table
05.2025 - 08.2025
Studio Manager
The Art Place Studio
01.2022 - 05.2025
Degree - undefined
Wando High School