Sophia Teaman
Columbus
Summary
Soon-to-be graduate with a solid foundation in Hospitality Management and practical experience from academic projects and internships. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams, tackle challenges with innovative solutions, and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines. Eager to launch a career in the hospitality industry, committed to excellence and contributing positively to organizational goals. Prepared to leverage skills and knowledge to create memorable guest experiences and enhance operational success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front-of-House Server Intern
Gourmet Fresh
08.2025 - Current
- Currently serving and assisting with setting up for events (weddings, showers, celebrations, corporate) and ensuring coordination between servers and kitchen. . Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparations. Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information. Duties include upkeep food safety standards, helping with serving in high traffic areas, and executing great customer service to give great experiences for guests no matter the occasion. Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
Hostess
Hyde Park Steakhouse
06.2025 - Current
- Greet and seat guests in an upscale and reservation-only steakhouse. Managing reservations, parties, and waitlists during busy hours and coordinating with servers and managers in order to have a smooth flow of guests while maintaining a polished and professional Front-of-House environment for everyone.
Formerly intern, then Banquet Server
The Blackwell Inn
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Provide professional banquet and event service for large and small-scale university and private functions, ensuring seamless guest experiences and high service standards.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Answered guest questions about event plans and food service choices.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
- Worked with banquet manager to coordinate event set up and schedule.
Daycare Teacher
Bright Horizons
03.2023 - 04.2025
- Supervised and led engaging lessons in childcare settings, making sure it is a safe, nurturing, and educational environment while collaborating with staff and families.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
Retail Operations Management Intern
Buc-ee’s
05.2024 - 08.2024
- First-ever program; rotated through multiple departments, creating leadership, problem-solving, and operational management skills in a fast-paced, high-volume retail atmosphere.
- Interned at every department from an associate to managerial level at Auburn location (maintenance,
- Assisted with coordination of technical and business system process improvements.
- Participated in opening and closing procedures by prepping inventory sheets, balancing inventory to cash and closing out point-of-sale systems.
- Managed inventory by verifying and signing for delivery dockets, ordering supplies, checking quality and freshness of products and performing daily inventory counts.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Food & Beverage Supervisor
Cedar Point Amusement Park
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed daily operations, staff scheduling, inventory, and guest services for multiple food & beverage locations in a quick amusement park setting.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Worked with qualified chef to diversify menu with new offerings.
- Maintained sound financial footing by overseeing department profit, loss and budgeting.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Scheduled and rotated staff for adequate coverage and fair distribution of workload.
Food and Beverage Associate
Cedar Point Amusement Park
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Delivered fast, friendly guest service, maintained food safety standards, and supported team operations during peak seasonal demand.
- Maintained stock levels of cups, lids, straws, and condiments throughout shift.
- Greeted and seated guests to provide friendly and welcoming experience.
- Communicated with kitchen staff and waiters to provide accurate, timely information regarding orders and minimize delays.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality & Tourism Management, Minor in German
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH12.2025
High School Diploma -
Lutheran High School West
Rocky River, OH06.2019
Skills
- Hospitality Operations Management
- Food presentation
- Food Safety Management
- Event & Banquet Service
- Guest Service & Conflict Resolution
- Leadership & Team Supervision
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Point of sale systems
- Flexibility
- Childcare & Youth Program Development
- Safe food handling
Certification
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager
- Techniques of Alcohol Management (TAM)
- Ohio Mandated Reporter
- Pediatric CPR and First Aid
LANGUAGES
German (intermediate)
Timeline
Front-of-House Server Intern
Gourmet Fresh
08.2025 - Current
Hostess
Hyde Park Steakhouse
06.2025 - Current
Formerly intern, then Banquet Server
The Blackwell Inn
12.2024 - 06.2025
Retail Operations Management Intern
Buc-ee’s
05.2024 - 08.2024
Daycare Teacher
Bright Horizons
03.2023 - 04.2025
Food & Beverage Supervisor
Cedar Point Amusement Park
05.2022 - 08.2022
Food and Beverage Associate
Cedar Point Amusement Park
05.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality & Tourism Management, Minor in German
The Ohio State University
High School Diploma -
Lutheran High School West