Nicholas Powers
Williamsburg
Summary
Dedicated host with strong customer service and communication skills, committed to enhancing guest experiences and operational efficiency.
Energetic and dependable individual with strong attention to safety and customer satisfaction. Familiar with amusement ride mechanics and able to quickly understand and operate complex machinery. Dedicated to creating fun and secure environment for guests.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Host
Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden
Williamsburg, VA
08.2025 - Current
- Greeted and seated guests promptly, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed reservations and waitlists using restaurant management software.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining area.
- Collaborated with servers to enhance guest experience during peak hours.
- Coordinated seating arrangements with servers and management to facilitate smooth guest flow. Maintained clear communication with hosts to align seating strategies. Assisted kitchen, servers, and bussers with operational tasks as needed to support service efficiency.
Amusement Ride Operator
SeaWorld Parks & Resorts
Williamsburg, VA
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated amusement rides efficiently, ensuring guest safety and compliance with operational standards.
- Assisted in conducting pre-ride inspections to maintain equipment reliability and safety protocols.
- Monitored ride operations, promptly addressing any issues to enhance guest experience and satisfaction.
- Communicated effectively with guests, providing instructions and addressing concerns during ride operations.
- Monitored guest safety by maintaining secure operating environment. Acted as CPR/AED responder during shifts. Communicated clearly with team members to support safe ride operation. Assumed acting lead responsibilities when required. Maintained positive demeanor to enhance guest experience.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Homeschool
Williamsburg, VA06-2027
Skills
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking proficiency
- Effective time management
- Exceptional communication
- Professional appearance
- POS software
- Emergency evacuation procedures
- Safety procedures expertise
- Patience and empathy
- Safety procedures
- Certified in CPR/AED
- First Aid/CPR
Certification
- Certified CPR/AED, Red Cross
- Basic first aid License - Red Cross
- VA Drivers License
- Certified VA Recreational Drone operator
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Host
Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden
08.2025 - Current
Amusement Ride Operator
SeaWorld Parks & Resorts
01.2025 - 08.2025
High School Diploma - General Studies
Homeschool