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Benjamin M. Ellis

Portland,OR

Summary

Passionate, Hardworking, and Punctual. Looking to serve others and make a difference in this world!

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Valet

Parking Management Company
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Diligent and customer-focused valet attendant with aproven track record of providing exceptional service in high-end establishments. Possesses a keen attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a strong ability to manage complex parking logistics. Committed to delivering a seamless and pleasant experience for patrons, optimizing traffic flow, and ensuring the safety of vehicles. Adept at maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor in fast-paced environments.
  • Won a competition between coworkers to receive the most positive reviews from clients.
  • Delivered guest vehicles smoothly and met diverse needs of valet customers.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work sites, parking spaces and guest services stations.

Line Cook

Michael's Chicago Style Red Hots
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Prepared salad/wrap stations in the restaurant for opening and also managed closing procedures
  • Prepared salad/wrap orders, and managed ticket orders
  • Worked quickly and efficiently under pressure and during busy rush hours
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Resident Advisor

Lewis and Clark College
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Created safe and welcoming environment for new and returning students to live in
  • Organized all-hall events and advertised them
  • Went on call about twice a week to respond to calls and potential emergencies
  • Directed residents to different resources on campus, including putting up flyers and making bulletin boards
  • Resolved roommate conflicts and aided in keeping residents comfortable in their rooms, including submitting work orders for facilities issues
  • Worked efficiently in a team of other RAs to complete different tasks and attending weekly meetings with our supervisor
  • Communicated with a supervisor to work through difficult situations and let them know how things were going in the hall, attending bi-weekly meetings
  • Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
  • Promoted positive relations between residents and staff.

Crew Camp Counselor

Highland
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Worked with a co-counselor to lead a group of 20 campers ages 7-9 throughout daily activities
  • Set up a daily schedule for the campers, led them on field trips, and programmed fun activities
  • Worked with my co-counselor to resolve behavioral issues and worked with our supervisors on different behavioral management strategies for deviant campers
  • Worked with camp directors to schedule activities before and after camp

Cashier/Front of House worker

New York Slices Pizzeria
09.2018 - 01.2020
  • Facilitated general operations including effective procedures to open and close each shift
  • Took orders on point of sales systems at front counter and handled online pickup and delivery
  • Communicated effectively with other cashiers, kitchen staff, delivery drivers, and management to make sure orders were completed and customers were satisfied
  • Held delivery drivers responsible for completion of deliveries, and handled tips and pay-outs

Snowboard Instructor

The Snowflake Club
11.2017 - 02.2019
  • Led exciting, fun, and safe snowboard lessons for club members ages 8-18, with lessons ranging from individual sessions to groups of 10-15 members
  • Taught range of lesson plans, including beginner snowboarding to advanced lessons
  • Coordinated with other instructors to co teach group lessons
  • Handled operations of bussing members to and from ski hill, which included loading/unloading of ski gear and taking rosters of members on busses to comply with safety regulations
  • Provide an example for younger skiers on safety protocols and respectful behavior
  • Created safe learning environment in which members of all ages, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, and gender identity felt comfortable
  • Demonstrated snowboarding techniques based on established course framework and student ability levels.
  • Stayed on top of current weather conditions to maintain student safety.

Education

Cross, RPM Safety Training Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid Certification -

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Lewis And Clark College
Portland, OR
05.2024

Skills

  • POS Systems Operations
  • Luggage Assistance
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Conflict Mediation
  • Efficient Service
  • Critical Thinking
  • Dynamic Communication Skills

Certification

American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certified: Certified on May 28th, 2021- can provide certificate Computers: Well versed in the use of Zoom, organizing and attending meetings through Zoom

Additional Information

Studied abroad in Tanzania for 3 months

Timeline

Valet

Parking Management Company
02.2023 - 05.2023

Line Cook

Michael's Chicago Style Red Hots
05.2022 - 08.2022

Resident Advisor

Lewis and Clark College
08.2021 - 05.2022

Crew Camp Counselor

Highland
06.2021 - 08.2021

Cashier/Front of House worker

New York Slices Pizzeria
09.2018 - 01.2020

Snowboard Instructor

The Snowflake Club
11.2017 - 02.2019

Cross, RPM Safety Training Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid Certification -

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Lewis And Clark College

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