Sydney Vann
Mobile
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong customer service skills, optimizing guest experiences and ensuring satisfaction. Proven ability to multitask and collaborate effectively within teams. Results-driven individual with a background in marine science and customer service. Strong analytical skills and experienced in data analysis and collaboration on research projects, ready to support impactful research initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostess/Hostess Trainer
Olive Garden - Darden Restaurants
Mobile, AL
03.2024 - Current
- Greeted and seated guests promptly to enhance overall dining experience.
- Managed reservation system, optimizing table turnover and guest flow.
- Collaborated with servers to ensure timely service and customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new staff on front-of-house procedures and standards.
- Resolved guest inquiries and concerns efficiently, promoting a positive atmosphere.
Research Intern
Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences, The University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
05.2025 - 05.2026
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing marine and environmental research projects.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software to ensure accurate results.
- Coordinated fieldwork logistics, including equipment preparation and site selection for research studies.
- Collaborated with team members to refine experimental protocols and improve research efficiency.
- Maintained detailed records of experiments, ensuring compliance with university research standards.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
Concessions Worker
Fayette Aquatic Center
Fayette, AL
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided excellent customer service by efficiently taking orders and processing transactions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of concessions area to enhance customer experience.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies and monitoring product levels.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
Education
Bachelor - Marine Science
The University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05-2027
High School Diploma -
Lamar County High School
Vernon, AL05-2023
Skills
- Customer service
- Effective multitasking
- Patience and empathy
- Phone etiquette
- Detail-oriented
- Interactive communication skills
- Proficient in Python
- Time management
- Analytical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Statistical analysis
- Quantitative research
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Research Intern
Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences, The University of South Alabama
05.2025 - 05.2026
Hostess/Hostess Trainer
Olive Garden - Darden Restaurants
03.2024 - Current
Concessions Worker
Fayette Aquatic Center
05.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor - Marine Science
The University of South Alabama
High School Diploma -
Lamar County High School