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Desired Job Title
aviationWork Type
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On-SiteRemoteHybridLocation: Newport, NC, US
Open to relocation: Yes
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SYDNEY PITTMAN
Newport,NC
Work Preference
Summary
Aviation management graduate and student pilot with 85 flight hours, offering a solid academic foundation in aviation operations, safety, and decision-making. Brings over five years of leadership and operations experience in fast-paced, time-critical environments outside aviation. Recognized for clear communication, calm problem-solving under pressure, and strong coordination skills. Seeking an entry-level AOG Dispatcher role where transferable operational expertise and aviation education support safe, efficient aircraft recovery and operational continuity.
Professional hospitality leader with significant experience in managing high-energy bar environments. Proven ability to enhance guest satisfaction, streamline operations, and drive revenue growth. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering consistent results, adapting seamlessly to evolving needs. Expertise in inventory management, staff training, and creating inviting atmosphere. Reliable and goal-oriented, ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bar Manager
Idle Hour Biergarten
04.2020 - Current
- Manage daily operations in a high-pressure, time-sensitive environment
- Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and task assignments
- Respond effectively to unexpected operational disruptions
- Enforce policies, procedures, and safety standards
- Maintain accurate documentation, inventory control, and financial accountability
- Supervised daily bar operations, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on beverage preparation and customer service excellence.
- Developed and implemented efficient inventory management processes to reduce waste.
- Cut down waste by 90%
- Served drinks for 100+ people at a time
- Managed high volume of phone calls
Sales Associate
West Marine
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted customers with technical product selection in all areas of store
- Maintained knowledge of inventory levels and assisted in stock replenishment efforts.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and providing product recommendations.
- Collaborated with team members to create visually appealing merchandise displays.
- Utilized point-of-sale system to process transactions efficiently and accurately.
- Trained new associates on company policies, sales techniques, and product details.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Achieved top employee commission sales
- Managed over 50 phone calls a day
Hostess
Off the Hook Seafood
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Supported team communication during peak periods
- Managed guest seating and waitlist, optimizing table turnover during peak hours.
- Assisted in training new staff on customer service protocols and operational procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, ensuring a welcoming environment.
- Handled reservations and inquiries using restaurant management software to improve workflow accuracy.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering 100% of phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA10.2025
Skills
- Time-Critical Problem Solving
- Real-Time Operations Support
- Multi-Tasking in High-Stress Environments
- Aviation Operations & Management (Academic)
- Federal Aviation Regulations (Foundational Knowledge)
- Aviation Safety & Risk Management
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Staff training
- Inventory management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- soloed C-172 in 2020
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Saved company $1,000 per month in product costs by finding new alcohol vendors.
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
- Created and implemented a new drink menu that increased overall beverage sales and improved customer engagement.
Certification
Ale class certification
Student pilot
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bar Manager
Idle Hour Biergarten
04.2020 - Current
Sales Associate
West Marine
01.2018 - 01.2020
Hostess
Off the Hook Seafood
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Liberty University
FLIGHT & AVIATION TRAINING
- Student Pilot – Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL)
- 85 total flight hours
- VFR flight planning and navigation
- Weather interpretation (METARs & TAFs – foundational)
- Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)
- Aviation safety awareness and risk mitigation