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Sidney Nicholson II

Opelousas,LA

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong background in customer service and welding instruction, notably at Soileau's Dinner Club and St. Landry Parish School Board. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences and engage students through tailored lesson plans. Skilled in welding safety procedures and fostering relationships, driving repeat business and student success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Restaurant Waiter

Soileau's Dinner Club
08.2022 - Current
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest needs and inquiries.
  • Supported kitchen operations by assisting with food preparation and ensuring cleanliness of dining areas.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in high-pressure environments while managing multiple tables efficiently.
  • Enhanced guest experiences by accurately taking orders and conveying special requests to kitchen staff.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a positive atmosphere and promote effective communication.
  • Engaged with customers to foster relationships, encouraging repeat business through personalized service.

Oil and Gas Instructor

St. Landry Parish School Board
08.2018 - 11.2019
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
  • Facilitated student discussions, enhancing critical thinking and collaborative skills.
  • Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, ensuring accurate feedback.
  • Integrated technology into classroom instruction, improving student engagement and learning outcomes.

Welding Instructor

St. Landry Parish School Board
02.2018 - 05.2018
  • Developed and implemented welding curriculum to enhance student learning and engagement.
  • Facilitated hands-on training sessions, ensuring safety protocols and best practices were followed.
  • Assessed student performance, providing constructive feedback to improve welding techniques.
  • Mentored students through complex welding projects, fostering skill development and confidence.

Welder's Helper

Quirk's Welding
05.2014 - 05.2015
  • Assisted in welding processes, ensuring safety protocols followed consistently.
  • Operated and maintained welding equipment to achieve optimal performance.
  • Collaborated with welders to prepare materials for various projects.
  • Conducted quality inspections on welded components to ensure compliance with specifications.

Education

Technical IT Degree - IT

South Louisiana Community College
05-2025

Welding Certification - Welding

Pelican Chapter Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc.
Baton Rouge, LA
07-2015

High School Diploma -

Opelousas Senior Highschool
Opelousas
05-2015

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Order taking
  • Cleanliness
  • Service quality
  • Welding safety procedures
  • Welding codes and standards
  • Student engagement
  • Hardware installation
  • Technical support
  • Software configuration

Accomplishments

  • Consistently rated "excellent" in customer surveys regarding server friendliness, promptness and attentiveness.
  • Selected to serve notable VIP guests for major private events.
  • Documented and resolved multiple Hardware Issues which led to return of function in PC.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Documented and resolved Software Issues which led to efficient and corrected services.

Certification

  • Certified Highpressure Vessel Welder, Pelican Chapter Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc. - 2015
  • Information Technology Training - 2023-2025
  • Welding Instructor - 2018
  • Oil and Gas Instructor - 2018 - 2019

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Restaurant Waiter

Soileau's Dinner Club
08.2022 - Current

Oil and Gas Instructor

St. Landry Parish School Board
08.2018 - 11.2019

Welding Instructor

St. Landry Parish School Board
02.2018 - 05.2018

Welder's Helper

Quirk's Welding
05.2014 - 05.2015

Technical IT Degree - IT

South Louisiana Community College

Welding Certification - Welding

Pelican Chapter Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc.

High School Diploma -

Opelousas Senior Highschool

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