Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Certification
Volunteer Work
Timeline
Server

Kaitlyn Kennedy

Kings Park,NY

Summary

I am a highly motivated individual who thrives on developing relationships and connecting with customers. I have skills ranging from exceptional customer service and hospitality, to intricate design programs such as InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. I strive to become an asset to any team that I am a part of.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server/Shift Leader

Cafe Havana Bar & Grill
Smithtown, NY
12.2018 - 05.2022
  • Worked closely with the managerial team to maximize a seamless dining experience
  • Delivered comprehensive knowledge of food and beverages to maintain high quality service and customer satisfaction
  • Served VIP guests and advocated specials, events, and other various promotions to further exceed company goals
  • Organized large parties reservations and special requests efficiently and accurately

Counter Clerk / Maintenance Representative

Nick's Pizza & Clam Bar
Smithtown, NY
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Upheld the customer experience through engaging interaction while maintaining the utmost level of hospitality standards
  • Ensure the immaculate presentation of all food and beverage products
  • Maintained highest standards of cleanliness throughout the work environment.

Lighting/Photography Assistant

Hi - Tech Photography
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Tasked with assisting lead photographer onsite while engaging and developing relationships with both customers and clientele
  • Utilized photo editing software to generate exciting images for maximum customer satisfaction.
  • Photographed and edited photos of green screen

Server

Osteria Umbra
Smithtown, NY
09.2021 - Current
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items
  • Comprehensive knowledge of wine pairings and menu items

Education

Visual Communications

SUNY Farmingdale
Farmingdale
2025

Skills

  • Proficiency in Adobe software such as InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator

Additional Information

  • 1st Place Pin Design Champion BOCES New York State, Skills USA Competition, 2012
  • Compact Newman Civic Fellows Award, SUNY Farmingdale 2016

Certification

Advertising and Graphic Design

  • L.A. Wilson Technological Center - Dix Hills, NY

Volunteer Work

Day of Giving 2012-2014

  • Feed homeless on Christmas day at Madison Square Garden

Tunnel to Towers Run 2016

  • Assist in preparing food, clothing, water, and to cheer on participants and to honor the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller

The Interfaith Nutrition Network Soup Kitchen 2017

  • Prepare meals and organize clothing items to give people whatever they may need

Timeline

Server

Osteria Umbra
09.2021 - Current

Server/Shift Leader

Cafe Havana Bar & Grill
12.2018 - 05.2022

Counter Clerk / Maintenance Representative

Nick's Pizza & Clam Bar
01.2014 - 01.2017

Lighting/Photography Assistant

Hi - Tech Photography
01.2013 - 01.2016

Visual Communications

SUNY Farmingdale
Kaitlyn Kennedy