- Exploring various forms of art, such as fashion, music, and drawing, to nurture creativity and personal growth
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Involvement in local music scene, organizing and playing local music events Collaborating with artists, venues and organizers to create spaces for community
SAMIR ENGLISH
Louisville
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills and a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server/Bartender
NIc & Normans
03.2024 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment, located in high-volume Whiskey Alley region
- Managed food and beverage orders efficiently, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Trained new staff on restaurant protocols and menu knowledge.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain seamless service flow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Host/To-Go Server
YardHouse Darden Restaurants
2022 - 03.2024
- Greeted and seated guests promptly, ensuring positive first impressions.
- Managed waitlists efficiently, optimizing table turnover and guest satisfaction.
- Trained new hosts on service standards and operational procedures.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Increased restaurant efficiency by maintaining an organized host stand, including menus, reservation logs, and seating charts.
Remote Administrative Assistant
Asanteworks PR
2021 - Current
- Responsible for updating the website for a firm which represents musicians and other entertainment industry professionals and other administrative duties.
- Coordinated travel arrangements, optimizing logistics and reducing costs associated with business trips for clients.
- Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
Summer Production assistant
QSTV
01.2021 - Current
- Assist with facilitating logistics of entertainment industry weekly YouTube series and podcast. Coordinating green room for guests, Assisting AV tech set up
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Concord High School
Concord06-2022
No Degree - Business Entrepreneurship
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Strong work ethic
- Guest engagement
- Hospitality service expertise
- High volume dining
- Food running
- Team collaboration
- Organization skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving Skills
- Computer skills
- Administrative support
- Event Planning
Certification
- Servsafe Food Handler's Card
- Responsible Beverage Server Certification
Interests
Timeline
Server/Bartender
NIc & Normans
03.2024 - Current
Summer Production assistant
QSTV
01.2021 - Current
Host/To-Go Server
YardHouse Darden Restaurants
2022 - 03.2024
Remote Administrative Assistant
Asanteworks PR
2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Concord High School
No Degree - Business Entrepreneurship
Arizona State University
Additional Experience
In addition to my listed positions, I have worked many miscellaneous catering and serving events such as serving and food-running at the Kentucky Derby and volunteer-based dining events, crab feeds, along with non-service industry based community work.