Benjamin K.

Herlihy
156 Quail Run Road, Conway SC, 29526 • 443-481-7866 • bkherlihy@coastal.edu

Education
Bachelor of Science, Recreation and Sport Management May 2024
Coastal Carolina University South Carolina
Horry Georgetown Technical College May 2021
Bridge Program 1st year Coastal Carolina
Work Experience
Waiter May 2022-Present
Captain George Seafood Restaurant, Myrtle Beach, SC
 Greeted, seated, and served customers in a section of 8 tables in a high-volume, 5-star restaurant in Myrtle Beach.
Regular Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday night waiter.
 Served 8 tables per night with 40+ guests at a time. Section turned over an average of 5 times for 200 total guests per
night.
 Stocked napkins, tea bags, silverware, and other supplies. Scored 95% or better for side work performance in quarterly
reviews.
 Learned list of 15+ specials nightly. Described specials to guests and answered questions as needed to ensure
satisfaction with selections.
 Followed guidelines for allergy and diet concerns and obeyed food handling safety regulations and procedures.
 Recommended wines, beers, and specialty cocktails to generate a 22% higher beverage order tab-per-guest than the
restaurant average.
Professional Mover May 2022-July 2023
Tilton Moving Company, Myrtle Beach, SC
 Developed teamwork and leadership skills.
 Loaded, unpacked and packed items, disassembled and assembled furniture for residential and commercial accounts.
 Provided safe, on-time, and dependable transportation.
 Assisted customers during the moves with excellent customer service.
Food Server/Expo May 2021-August 2021
The Jetty Restaurant and Dock
 Delivered food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately
 Acted as the contact point between Front of the House and Back of the House staff
 Communicate food orders to chefs, paying attention to priorities and special requests
 Assist the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils and napkins
 Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards
 Answer guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items
 Inform restaurant staff about customers’ feedback or requests
Hardware Sales Associate April 2016-August 2020
True Value Hardware Store, Chester, MD
 Trained new employee’s
 Teamwork and Leadership Skills
 Stock shelves, organize hardware department, inventory, price changes, prepare invoices, and assemble display
products.
 Assist customers in purchasing decisions.
 Assist customers with finding products needed.
 Mix paint on a as need basis.
 Provided customer delivery service to place of residence.
Light up the Night 5K October 2024
 Awards and Marketing Committee.
 Help promote and table in different locations at Coastal Caroline University.
 Order and present awards for the Event Cerimony.
 Help acquire sponsorships.
Internship/Volunteer Work
Student Intern Spring of 2022
City of North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department
  Assisted in the supervision, planning, development and implementation of youth and adult sports programs,
tournaments, rentals, clinics and camps./fitness and wellness programs/special events and fundraising efforts.
 Planning and execution of field and event scheduling.
 Retrieve supplies or equipment from storage and prepare for pickup or delivery as needed.
 Assist in the creation/maintenance of communications.
 Maintain confidentiality of participant information.
Volunteer April 2023
South Carolina Sports Complex, Anyor SC
 Assisted in the supervision, planning, development and implementation of youth sports, special events and fundraising
efforts.
Volunteer November 2022
The Edge Arena, Stevensville Maryland
Giving The Edge Foundation: “Bounce Into Winter” Event
 Assisted in the supervision, planning, development and implementation of youth sports, special events and fundraising
efforts.
Volunteer Summers of 2018-2023
Well Ave Dermatology, Annapolis, MD
Anne Arundel Dermatology, Annapolis, MD
 Assisted in planning, development and implementation marketing new providers.
 Assisted in planning and execution of marketing field events for new provider
 Promoted importance of Sun Safety and Skin Care awareness at community events..
 Particapated in Melanoma awareness outreach
Skills/Honors
 Knowledge of sports regulations
 Microsoft word, outlook, calendar, excel
 Video conferencing, Teams and Zoom
 Cheerfulness & Interpersonal Skills
 Verbal & Written Communication Skills
 Teamwork & Collaboration Skills
 Endurance & Efficiency
 Register Operation & Restocking
Recreation and Sport Management Related Coursework
 Program and Event Planning
 Area and Facilities Management
 Marketing and Promotion
 Recreation and Sports Leadership
 Field Experience Rec & Sport
 Sport Tourism
Extracurricular Activities
Kappa Alpha Order - Zeta Omega Chapter November 2022-Present
 Plan Faculty/Staff Social to facilitate collaboration and awareness between members and community
 Directed and delegated X number of recruitment events to promote membership and values and introduce members
 Served and Support Community Charity Work
 Out of the Darkness -Suicide Prevention
 American Heart Association
 Special Olympics Polar Plunge
 Beach Clean up
 Toys for Tots