SARAH CHRISTISON
Houston
Summary
Detail-oriented business administration student with experience in hospitality and project coordination. Proven ability to supervise teams and manage front-of-house operations while maintaining accurate financial records. Focused on enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency through effective communication and strategic planning.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Hostess
The Original Carrabba's on Voss
Houston
06.2025 - 07.2026
- Supervised and directed a team of 2–3 hosts per shift, delegating tasks to ensure efficient front-of-house operations.
- Confirmed reservations and coordinated large-party setups to facilitate smooth service in collaboration with managers.
- Managed guest seating, call-aheads, and waitlists during high-volume periods, resolving concerns to enhance guest experience.
- Trained new hosts on restaurant procedures and customer service standards to ensure consistent front-of-house operations.
- Performed daily opening and closing duties, including counting registers, reconciling funds, and verifying money owed to the restaurant.
- Prepared and submitted operational documents and financial reports to the corporate office accurately and on time.
Project Coordination Intern
B&D Contractors Inc.
Houston
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with project managers, estimators, superintendents, and coordinators on commercial construction team to gain insights into project management processes.
- Supported creation of schedules, facilitated communication with vendors and subcontractors, drafted contracts and submittals, and monitored job site progress.
- Assisted project managers in coordinating construction timelines and schedules.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with team members to prepare project documentation and reports.
Manager's Assistant
HLS Enterprises
Stafford
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Executed data entry and completed paperwork accurately, ensuring up-to-date documents and records to minimize errors.
- Organized inventory receipts and processed changes efficiently, streamlining workflow and minimizing delays.
- Managed client relations by providing updates on project status and quality.
- Prepared reports and presentations for internal personnel.
Education
Associate Degree - Business Administration, Culinary Arts Program
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Construction Science and Management, Business Administration
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Houston Community College
Houston, TX07-2026
Skills
- Reservation management
- Guest relations
- Event coordination
- Team management
- Office administration
- Time management
- Pressure multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Quick learning
Certification
- IADC RigPass Certified
- Microsoft Office Certified — Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Timeline
Head Hostess
The Original Carrabba's on Voss
06.2025 - 07.2026
Project Coordination Intern
B&D Contractors Inc.
06.2023 - 08.2023
Manager's Assistant
HLS Enterprises
06.2021 - 07.2022
Associate Degree - Business Administration, Culinary Arts Program
Delgado Community College
Bachelor of Science - Construction Science and Management, Business Administration
Texas State University
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Houston Community College