Hi! I'm Rylee, a creative and detail-oriented professional with a background in customer service, graphic design, photography, and content creation. I enjoy leading teams, enhancing guest experiences, and delivering visually striking content that supports brand growth. I thrive in dynamic environments, using creativity and leadership to drive innovation, form meaningful connections, and solve problems. My work spans menu design, event decor, photography, and promotional materials, always guided by collaboration and curiosity.

Rylee Childs

Hi! I'm Rylee, a creative and detail-oriented professional with a background in customer service, graphic design, photography, and content creation. I enjoy leading teams, enhancing guest experiences, and delivering visually striking content that supports brand growth. I thrive in dynamic environments, using creativity and leadership to drive innovation, form meaningful connections, and solve problems. My work spans menu design, event decor, photography, and promotional materials, always guided by collaboration and curiosity.

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Hi! I’m Rylee, a creative and detail-oriented professional with a background in customer service, graphic design, photography, and content creation. I enjoy leading teams, enhancing guest experiences, and delivering visually striking content that supports brand growth.

I thrive in dynamic environments, using creativity and leadership to drive innovation, form meaningful connections, and solve problems. My work spans menu design, event decor, photography, and promotional materials, always guided by collaboration and curiosity.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Host & To-Go Specialist at The Capital Grille
January 1, 2023 - Present
Supervise the host team, improve guest seating efficiency by optimizing wait times, manage complex seating and high-volume flow, deliver top-tier customer service, streamline the to-go order process, and apply creative problem-solving to seating challenges.
In-House Creative, Graphic Designer & Event Decorator at The Capital Grille
January 1, 2023 - Present
Create elegant menu designs, floral arrangements, tablescapes, and room setups aligned with brand; coordinate menus and decor for private events; manage multiple projects to meet deadlines while maintaining creativity.
Host & To-Go Specialist at J. Alexander’s
August 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Deliver excellent customer service by managing reservations, walk-ins, and guest seating; communicate menu highlights; collaborate with kitchen and service teams; utilize conflict resolution to handle concerns gracefully.
Graphic Designer & Photographer at The Roxy
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Design promotional posters with cohesive themes; capture high-quality photographs during live events; edit and optimize images for social media and marketing campaigns; collaborate with clients to align with brand identity and goals.

Education

High School Diploma at Presentation Academy
August 1, 2014 - May 1, 2018
Bachelor of Science in Digital Media & Design at University of Kentucky
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail