Ayden Jehlik
Fair Oaks,CA
Summary
I am a compassionate and detail-oriented individual with experience in both the hospitality and animal welfare. I have strong collaboration skills and I am very adaptable to situations involving animals and costumers. I am ready to leverage skills to create impactful experiences for customers and animals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Host and Waiter
Bella Vista Crab Feed
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Greeted and seated guests, ensuring prompt and friendly service.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues to enhance dining experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of host station and entrance area.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Provided exceptional customer service by attentively listening to guest needs and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Contributed to team success through effective communication and cooperation with fellow volunteers and management.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
- Facilitated positive first impressions for guests through friendly greetings, professional attire, and genuine enthusiasm for their visit.
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Fat Kitty City
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in daily animal care, including feeding and grooming animals.
- Maintained cleanliness of shelter facilities to ensure safe environments for animals and visitors.
- Participated in volunteer training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of animal welfare.
- Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
- Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
- Increased animal socialization by engaging in regular playtime sessions with cats at the shelter.
- Contributed to a positive shelter environment with thorough cleaning and sanitation of animal enclosures.
- Cared for the special needs cat Ellie during my break times by feeding her, playing with her, cleaning her, and sitting with her which allowed positive interactions.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bella Vista High School
Fair Oaks, CASkills
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking proficiency
- Adaptable to change
- Detail-oriented
- Compassionate communication
- Cat socialization
- Animal care
- Animal nutrition
- Animal handling
- Feeding and watering
- Decision-making
- Work prioritization
- Critical thinking
- Food intake monitoring
- Supply unloading and storage
- Pet owner advisory
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Rock Climbing
- Backpacking
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Playing Sports
- Camping
- Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Drawing and Painting
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Animal Care
- Geocaching
- Participating in local clean-up initiatives
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- I enjoy studying paleontology and volunteering at dig sites
Timeline
Volunteer Host and Waiter
Bella Vista Crab Feed
02.2023 - 02.2024
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Fat Kitty City
08.2022 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Bella Vista High School