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Laird Gerdes

Manchester

Summary

Dynamic hardworking individual with a proven track record in time management and customer interaction in multiple industries. Adept at problem-solving and fostering teamwork, I excelled in diverse roles, enhancing productivity and ensuring customer satisfaction. My creativity and leadership skills have consistently driven successful outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Car

01.2024 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Cook

Riversbend
05.2025 - 08.2025

Served in a variety of roles at a restaurant, including interacting with customers by bringing out their food and helping them with anything else they needed, preparing dishes in the kitchen, and washing dishes.

Sales Associate/Surf Instructor

Cape Ann SUP
06.2022 - 08.2025

Engaged with customers selling and renting a variety of watercraft including surfboards, paddle boards and kayaks. In addition, I served as an instructor and guide for surf and paddle board lessons and tours.

Proctor

Governor's Academy
09.2024 - 05.2025

Served the day student population at my high school. Helped to plan school wide events. Acted as the first point of contact between administration and students.

Tutor

Schoolhouse
04.2024 - 05.2024

Volunteered working with students to improve SAT scores. Taught classes over the time of 8 weeks and covered all math sections on the exam.

Busser

Mile Marker One Restaurant & Bar
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
  • Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
05-2029

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Leadership
  • Problem Solving
  • Creativity
  • Customer interaction
  • Communication
  • Teaching

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working

Interests

  • Gym Workouts
  • Surfing
  • Playing Sports
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Auto Repair/Restoration

Timeline

Cook

Riversbend
05.2025 - 08.2025

Proctor

Governor's Academy
09.2024 - 05.2025

Tutor

Schoolhouse
04.2024 - 05.2024

Project Car

01.2024 - Current

Sales Associate/Surf Instructor

Cape Ann SUP
06.2022 - 08.2025

Busser

Mile Marker One Restaurant & Bar
05.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

Clemson University