Sydney Sommers
Manhattan
Summary
Dynamic and collaborative leader committed to fostering an engaged and empowering work culture through strong partnerships with coworkers. Versatile and creative in every project, with a passion for hands-on work and a continuous desire for learning and growth. Eager to contribute to team success while inspiring others to reach their full potential.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pilates Instructor
Little Apple Pilates Studio
Manhattan, KS
06.2025 - Current
- Instructed up to 23 people for "strength x pilates" mat classes for K-State students and for the public.
- Instructed other specialized classes including TRX training and Trampoline Cardio.
- Led reformer classes up to 12 people, ensuring proper form and technique to enhance participant safety and effectiveness.
- Mentored junior instructors, sharing best practices for client engagement and class management.
- Developed customized Pilates programs tailored to individual client needs and goals.
BANQUET SERVER/ BARTENDER
Hilton Garden Inn
Manhattan, KS
01.2024 - Current
- Prepare and serve guests buffets, special plated breakfasts, lunches, and dinners with exceptional hospitality.
- Bussed tables and cleaned up the banquet rooms during and after events.
- Set up banquet hall rooms with other team members including staging, AV hookups, tables and chairs.
- Bartend for banquets as well as the front bar of the hotel.
SUMMER ORIENTATION LEADER
Kansas State Recruitment and Admissions
Manhattan, KS
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Guide incoming students through campus orientation, facilitate group discussions, and create welcoming environment for diverse student groups.
- Mentor first-year students on academic programs, campus resources, and university policies while addressing individual concerns.
- Partner with faculty and staff to coordinate orientation activities, resolve student queries, and enhance program effectiveness.
- Develop innovative solutions for student engagement challenges while promoting university values and academic excellence.
ASSISTANT MANAGER/ SALESPERSON
Vector Marketing
Manhattan, KS
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Made $10,000 in sales of various Cutco products within 6 months.
- Scheduled interviews and went through the hiring process with new reps.
- Implemented data-driven recruitment strategies and conducted performance analysis to identify top-performing sales techniques.
- Developed creative sales approaches and customized product presentations to address specific customer needs and preferences.
TEAM MANAGER
Panera Bread
Columbia, MO
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Put away 200-300 piece trucks every week and handled food costs/ordering.
- Trained over a dozen incoming managers in counting cash, monitoring labor and sales, and how to problem solve with customers.
- Managed up to 20 people each shift, while keeping track of food safety measures, and customer satisfaction.
- Organized and placed catering orders with catering team lead.
- Evaluated employee performance on daily basis and coached and trained over 60 team members, increasing quality of work and employee motivation.
- Taught how to do every other position so I can help out anywhere I'm needed.
CASHIER
Panera Bread
Columbia, MO
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in bakery while paying attention to needs of dining room as well.
- Learned how to craft barista drinks to help staff when we were short-handed.
- Performed basic and more detailed cleaning for night shifts.
Education
Reformer Pilates Certification -
Little Apple Pilates
Manhattan, KS05-2026
Certified Personal Trainer Certification -
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Chandler, AZ07-2026
Master of Interior Architecture and Design -
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS03-2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Moberly Area Community College
Moberly, MO05-2022
Skills
- Customer Service/ Hospitality
- Supervision
- Cash Handling
- Sales
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety
- Personal training and fitness instruction
- Leadership
- Pilates equipment expertise
- Adaptable teaching styles
- Intermediate level in Adobe software
- Intermediate level in CAD software
- Hand drafting
Accomplishments
- Pilates Instructor of the month, twice.
- Painted small window murals to attract more pilates clients for the studio.
- Generated $10,000 in sales in less than 6 months working for Cutco.
- Youngest person in a management position at Panera Bread.
Timeline
Pilates Instructor
Little Apple Pilates Studio
06.2025 - Current
SUMMER ORIENTATION LEADER
Kansas State Recruitment and Admissions
05.2024 - 08.2024
BANQUET SERVER/ BARTENDER
Hilton Garden Inn
01.2024 - Current
ASSISTANT MANAGER/ SALESPERSON
Vector Marketing
12.2023 - 07.2024
TEAM MANAGER
Panera Bread
08.2021 - 06.2023
CASHIER
Panera Bread
07.2020 - 08.2021
Reformer Pilates Certification -
Little Apple Pilates
Certified Personal Trainer Certification -
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Master of Interior Architecture and Design -
Kansas State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Moberly Area Community College