Adara James
Irving,TX
Summary
Experienced retail professional with a strong background in customer service and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated leadership abilities through four years of retail experience. Passionate about positively impacting the lives of young individuals through ministry. Aspiring esthetician dedicated to bringing about positive transformations in the lives of people while achieving personal and professional goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Assistant
Morgan State University, Office of Residence Life
07.2024 - Current
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Managed front desk operations during assigned shifts, assisting visitors with inquiries while maintaining accurate records of residence hall activities.
Pool Concierge
The Nelson Golf & Sports Club
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Boosted revenue generation by promoting up-sell opportunities such as spa treatments or dining options available onsite.
- Contributed to team goals by cross-training in other departments as needed during peak seasons or staff shortages.
- Promoted resort amenities to guests by sharing knowledge about facilities, activities, and services available onsite.
- Implemented new strategies to streamline operations at the pool area, reducing wait times for services.
Camp Counselor
Lifetime Fitness Center
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Team Member
Party City
10.2020 - 10.2020
- Sold merchandise and assisted customers with costume selections
- Maintained the cleanliness of the store
- Recognized as the most efficient employee
Crew Member
McDonald’s
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Accepted and prepared food and drink orders
- Maintained the cleanliness of the restaurant
- Recognized for best customer service
Sales Associate
Journey’s
10.2021 - 10.2021
- Advised customers on the hottest trends and helped customers create their desired image
- Rang up merchandise
- Recognized as the most efficient employee
Sandwich Artist
Subway
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Prepared food items according to customer’s specifications
- Restocked inventory
Cashier
Family Dollar
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Sold merchandise and assisted customers with products
Education
Business Major
Morgan State University
Honors Student
East High School
05.2022
Skills
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint Proficient
- Engaged listener and effective communicator
- Adept at team collaboration
- Critical and out of the box thinker
- Efficient time management
Accomplishments
National Honor Society
Honor Roll
Honors and awards
- National Honor Society
- Honor Roll
Extracurricular Activities
Boxing Dance Art (Drawing/Painting) Caterpillar program Struggle of Love
Affiliations
- Young Life
- Caterpillar Program
- Struggle Of Love
Certification
CPR
Mental Health
Volunteering
Giving food and toiletries to the homeless with my dance team.
Mentoring younger high school students with ministry groups.
Planning, and organizing events for festivals.
Neighborhood clean-ups.
Timeline
Resident Assistant
Morgan State University, Office of Residence Life
07.2024 - Current
Pool Concierge
The Nelson Golf & Sports Club
05.2024 - 07.2024
Camp Counselor
Lifetime Fitness Center
05.2024 - 07.2024
Cashier
Family Dollar
06.2023 - 08.2023
Sandwich Artist
Subway
05.2022 - 07.2022
Sales Associate
Journey’s
10.2021 - 10.2021
Crew Member
McDonald’s
04.2021 - 05.2021
Team Member
Party City
10.2020 - 10.2020
Business Major
Morgan State University
Honors Student
East High School
CPR
Mental Health
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