Kevin Nieves
Miami
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at Captains Tavern Seafood, excelling in customer service and teamwork. Proven ability in camp activity planning at Camp Unbeatables and Elite Basketball exhibiting effective communication, ensuring engaging and safe environments for youth. Recognized for leadership in basketball, fostering skill development and collaboration among participants.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Runner
Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club
Miami, FL
11.2025 - Current
- Delivered food and beverage orders promptly to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Assisted kitchen staff in maintaining inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Collaborated with waitstaff to optimize dining service flow and efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness of service areas, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Communicated effectively with team members to address customer needs promptly.
Restaurant Busser
Captains Tavern Seafood
Miami, FL
02.2025 - 01.2026
- Constantly on my feet.
- Worked in fast-paced environments.
- I regularly helped servers.
- I spoke to customers often, ensuring great service.
- Improving my teamwork in a team-oriented environment.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area throughout shifts.
- Cleared and reset dining tables efficiently to enhance guest experience.
Junior Camp Counselor
Camp Unbeatables
Miami, FL
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Support logistics for youth activities
- Facilitate discussions with team to ensure a successful day at camp
- Oversaw 20-30 children during camp day sessions
- Helped develop and plan various engaging group activities
- Provided emotional support to youth attendees as needed
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean camp environment by following health protocols.
- Facilitated daily activities and games for campers, promoting teamwork and cooperation.
Camp Counselor Volunteer
Elite Basketball
Miami, FL
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Ensuring safe and healthy basketball environments for all participants
- Teach the fundamentals of basketball. Ball-handling, Shooting, Rebounding, Defense, Footwork, Passing, etc.
- Assist with controlling campers to ensure efficient safety for all participants
- Lead drills, stretches, team practices, and referee team games.
- Always knowing where all assigned children are. Never losing sight of assigned children or any other participants.
- Attend early morning staff meeting led by Camp Director
- Help with the set-up and break down of our portable camp basketball hoops
- Performing daily accurate sign out procedure with team parents
- Ensure communication and social team skills with children, staff and parents
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Florida International University
Miami, FL06-2028
Environmental Science Magnet - Miami, FL
Terra Environmental Research
Miami, FL01.2025
iMed Magnet Academy - Miami, FL
MAST (Medical Academy for Science and Technology)
Miami, FL01.2022
Middle School - French Magnet Program
Herbert Ammons Middle School
Miami, FL01.2021
Skills
- Camp activity planning
- Public speaking and presentations
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Excellent teamwork
Affiliations
- Basketball
- Gym
- Community service
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Food Runner
Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club
11.2025 - Current
Restaurant Busser
Captains Tavern Seafood
02.2025 - 01.2026
Camp Counselor Volunteer
Elite Basketball
06.2023 - 08.2023
Junior Camp Counselor
Camp Unbeatables
07.2022 - 08.2022
iMed Magnet Academy - Miami, FL
MAST (Medical Academy for Science and Technology)
Middle School - French Magnet Program
Herbert Ammons Middle School
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Florida International University
Environmental Science Magnet - Miami, FL
Terra Environmental Research
Extracurricular Activities
Thunder Basketball Organization, 2014, 2017, Miami, FL; Elite Basketball Organization, 2017, 2020, Miami, FL; Thunder Basketball Organization, 2021, 2022, Miami, FL; BlackTop Basketball Organization, 2022, 2024, Miami, FL; Highschool HOSA member, Miami, FL