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Sydney Hichak

West Hartford,CT

Summary

Passionate environmentalist with diverse interests and skills across various fields. Leveraged several years of experience in the hospitality industry to hone abilities in customer service, organization, and communication. Seeking to apply expertise and passion for sustainability to make a positive impact in a dynamic and environmentally conscious organization.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Wedding Photographer

Gemini Sun Creative
07.2022 - Current
  • Serve as a reliable second photographer while supporting logistics to ensure a smooth timeline for wedding events

Head Hostess

Billy Joe's Ribworks
06.2021 - 08.2024
  • Trained and mentored new staff members to ensure consistent service quality and adherence to restaurant policies.
  • Streamlined the seating process for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for guests.
  • Handled guest complaints with tact and diplomacy, working to find satisfactory resolutions promptly.
  • Managed communication between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for smoother service during peak hours.
  • Cross-trained to handle different restaurant roles ensuring service hours went smoothy.

Cashier and plant/produce attendant

Overlook Farmers Market
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
  • Assisted with produce and plant stocking and upkeep.

Research for Dr. Ortega

Natural Resources Environment Program
02.2020 - 06.2020

Studied the importance of camera traps on wildlife research and conversation.

Busser and Server

Four Brothers Pizza Inn
09.2016 - 01.2020

Education

Bachelors of Arts - Environmental Studies

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
05.2025

Associates of Applied Science - Animal Science

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
01.2020

Skills

  • Both internal and external communication
  • Graphic design
  • Social media management
  • Conversational Spanish
  • Photography
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Google Docs, Google Drive, Google Slides, Google Sheets (and Microsoft equivalents)

Activities/Volunteering

Sigma Alpha, University of Connecticut, CT

  • Professional sorority that focuses on scholarship, leadership, service and fellowship in agriculture. Co-founder of committee within Sigma Alpha dedicated to increasing diversity, inclusion and equity. Raised money for local animal shelters, SoulFire Farm and Heifer International.

SwapCT, University of Connecticut, 

  • Cofounder of a student-led clothing swap created to reduce the amount of garments ending up in landfills.

Connecticut Envirothon, Vernon, CT

  • Assisted in running an educational competition for students interested in various fields within environmental science.

Paws And Claws Club, University of Connecticut, CT

  • A group that educates the public about animal-welfare and raises funds for local animal shelters. Member of a committee dedicated to creating fundraisers.

Uconn Green Game Day, Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT

  • Advocated for environmentalism and recycling to the crowd; collected and separated recyclables from trash at the end of the game.

EcoHusky Club, University of Connecticut

  • Group of students dedicated to educating themselves and the public about environmentalism and sustainability.

Timeline

Assistant Wedding Photographer

Gemini Sun Creative
07.2022 - Current

Head Hostess

Billy Joe's Ribworks
06.2021 - 08.2024

Cashier and plant/produce attendant

Overlook Farmers Market
05.2021 - 08.2021

Research for Dr. Ortega

Natural Resources Environment Program
02.2020 - 06.2020

Busser and Server

Four Brothers Pizza Inn
09.2016 - 01.2020

Bachelors of Arts - Environmental Studies

University of Connecticut

Associates of Applied Science - Animal Science

University of Connecticut
Sydney Hichak