KEN SMALL
Saint Augustine,FL
Summary
Reliable and hardworking professional. Works autonomously or in teams striving to be as diligent and efficient as possible. Experience managing staff and day-to-day operations. Thriving interpersonal and multitasking skills honed in fast-paced, customer-focused environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
Marriott
Saint Augustine, FL
04.2024 - Current
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
PHOTOGRAPHER
Ken Bacchus Photography
01.2018 - Current
- Plan and execute photo sessions, ensuring optimal lighting, composition and atmosphere
- Proficient in DSLR and mirrorless camera operation
- Expertise in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom and other editing software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Collaborate with clients to understand their vision and requirements for photoshoots
- Capture high quality images using professional camera equipment and editing software
- Manage post-production editing process to enhance and refine images for final delivery
- Efficiently deliver high quality images that exceed client expectations
SERVER/WAITER
Allegro Senior Living
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Ensuring a welcoming atmosphere from the moment guests/residents enter the dining room
- Take and accurately record food and beverage orders, catering to each guest's/resident's preferences and dietary restrictions
- Deliver orders promptly and efficiently, maintaining high levels of satisfaction
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure accurate preparation and presentation of meals
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
Central Housing and Planning Authority
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Purchasing of goods and assets used for regulatory duties within the agency
- Strong negotiation skills
- Manage the distribution and or disposal of assets within the agency's main and regional offices
- Budgeting and cost control
- Provide spreadsheets and analytics regarding the cost of goods based on market research and cost-effective planning
- Evaluated price comparisons submitted by suppliers to determine the best option regarding both quality and efficiency of deliveries
Education
Online Course - Digital Marketing
Meta
Online10-2024
GED -
First Coast Technical College
Saint Augustine, FL12-2023
High School Diploma -
North Georgetown Secondary School
Guyana09-2018
Skills
- Skilled in portrait and fashion photography with over six(6) years of experience Delivering high-quality images, lighting, and editing for digital and print media Skilled in creating engaging content for social media to enhance brand presence Strong customer service background, focused on communication, problem-solving, and building client relationships for loyalty and satisfaction
Timeline
Bartender/Server
Marriott
04.2024 - Current
SERVER/WAITER
Allegro Senior Living
08.2023 - 04.2024
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
Central Housing and Planning Authority
01.2019 - 01.2023
PHOTOGRAPHER
Ken Bacchus Photography
01.2018 - Current
Online Course - Digital Marketing
Meta
GED -
First Coast Technical College
High School Diploma -
North Georgetown Secondary School