Jalen Anderson
Fairfield,Alabama
Summary
- COMMUNITY SERVICE:
Compassionate professional with many years of experience coordinating community programs and allocating resources. Dedicated to excellent patient care through an empathetic approach. Thrives in team-based or independently-motivated settings.
- RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE
Customer-focused Retail Associate with solid understanding of retail dynamics and customer service standards. Experienced providing quality product recommendations and solutions to meet customer needs and exceed expectations. Committed to executing sales, service and customer experience initiatives driving strong sales.
- COOK'S ASSISTANT
Reliable cook's assistant dedicated to excellence and fast kitchen work. Take on tasks without supervision and stand in for various job titles efficiently. Expert in food preparation and decreasing kitchen spending.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook's Assistant
Tortugas Pizza
Birmingham , Alabama
2024.05 - Current
- Attended to customers' needs promptly in a courteous manner during service hours.
- Monitored quality control of all dishes served to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Measured ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes and silverware between tasks.
- Assisted in prepping ingredients for meals by washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables.
- Checked the quality of raw materials prior to use in order to ensure freshness of products used.
- Maintained inventory of stock and placed orders when there is a shortage of supplies.
Tutor
Self-employeed
Fairfield , AL
2023.02 - Current
- Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
- Helped students develop critical thinking skills by engaging them in interactive dialogue about challenging concepts.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress.
- Demonstrated various teaching techniques to engage students in the learning process.
- Created a positive learning environment by encouraging open communication between tutor, teacher, and student's family members.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress for reporting purposes.
- Assisted students in developing effective study habits and strategies for success in school.
- Encouraged students to ask questions and participate in discussions.
- Prepared and administered tests to assess student understanding of course material.
Community Service Volunteer
Foodbank
Fairfield , Alabama
2020.06 - Current
- Participated in job fairs aimed at helping people gain employment skills or secure jobs.
- Provided assistance to clients in need of food, clothing and other resources.
- Led educational seminars on topics related to nutrition, mental health, substance abuse prevention.
- Developed relationships with local businesses to increase volunteer recruitment efforts within the community.
- Advised members of the community on how to access emergency services when needed.
- Organized community events and activities for disadvantaged youth.
- Actively listened to individuals experiencing homelessness or poverty, offering emotional support where appropriate.
- Distributed flyers and brochures at local schools and churches about available resources for those in need.
- Raised funds for medical facility needs to build healthy community.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of fundraising events, contributing to the achievement of target goals for various causes.
- Designed and distributed educational materials on various community issues, enhancing public knowledge and involvement.
- Monitored and evaluated the impact of community service projects, ensuring goals were met and reporting on outcomes.
Retail Sales Associate
Premiere Cinema Corp.
Birmingham , Alabama
2023.06 - 2024.01
- Provided product information and answered customer questions.
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Assisted customers by asking open-ended questions to understand needs and suggest suitable merchandise.
- Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Restoration Academy
Fairfield, AL2025-05
Skills
- Quality Control
- Cost Reduction
- Recipe Adherence
- Plating and presentation
- Supply Ordering
- Supply Management
- Student Evaluation
- Reading Comprehension
- Progress Reporting
- Online tutoring
- Project Management
- Technology Integration
- Academic advising
- Essay Writing
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Community Engagement
- Youth Mentoring
- Partnership Building
- Service Management
Accomplishments
- Enrolled into the Nation Honors Society- June 2024
- Completed Alpha L.E.A.D. Academy ( Lead by Alpha Phi Alpha ) January 2024- May 2024
- Student Government Association - August 2022-Present
- Received High Honor Roll (Maintaining A's and B's through the year) August 2021- Present
- Became Track team captain at Restoration Academy - February 2023
- Received Certificate of Appreciation for Community Service - May 2020
- Enrolled into Dual Enrollment August 2023- Present
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- Volunteered to clean a garden in downtown Birmingham - May 2024
- Tutored for 10th Grade English - February 2022
- Attended Kids Across America and Helped Kids at Camp - June 2024
- Attended Tiger Takeoff for Auburn University - July 2024
- Love Learning How to Take Professional Photography- August 2023
Timeline
Cook's Assistant
Tortugas Pizza
2024.05 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Premiere Cinema Corp.
2023.06 - 2024.01
Tutor
Self-employeed
2023.02 - Current
Community Service Volunteer
Foodbank
2020.06 - Current
High School Diploma -
Restoration Academy
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