Jaliah James
Summary
Caring Soup Kitchen Volunteer dedicated to providing warm food to homeless and giving back. Bringing three years of experience handling food preparation duties, serving meals and cleaning serving line. Committed to making difference in community by helping fight hunger.
Goal-oriented individual versed in greeting high-volume of customers and recommending merchandise based on individual requirements. Skilled at creating displays to promote higher sales, completing cash register transactions and maintaining accurate records of all transactions.
Outgoing Volunteer providing experience helping non-profit organization with daily tasks and needs. Friendly and helpful when assisting employees and visitors requesting services. Driven by cause to work diligently to accomplish measurable impact.
Offers background developing and leading successful youth programs. Proven success in building relationships with young people, working with vulnerable populations, and providing guidance and support. Skilled in creating and facilitating engaging activities to foster collaboration and personal growth.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Soup Kitchen Volunteer
Volunteer work in the soup Kitchen
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and coordinating soup kitchen events.
- Improved volunteer retention through regular communication, training, and recognition initiatives.
- Streamlined food preparation processes for efficient meal distribution to those in need.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for both volunteers and clients by maintaining strict hygiene standards.
- Increased awareness of the soup kitchen''s mission through targeted marketing efforts on social media platforms.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained for smooth daily operations.
- Provided compassionate support to clients, addressing their individual needs and concerns with empathy and understanding.
- Developed strong volunteer teams through effective recruitment, orientation, and ongoing training programs.
Youth Leader
WEPA
06.2022 - Current
- I was working with this non-profit program, helping kids find more joy in their city
- I would visit a summer program on several different occasions and take the children to different locations around their borough that they may have not known about or found joy in
- We supplied them with cameras to take pictures of activities and places that made them enjoy their city and time there
- We directed a showcase for the city, allowing others to see the beauty in minority based communities and look for ways to improve the city in all aspects.
- Assisted in designing youth programs to foster personal growth and leadership development.
- Developed rapport with young participants, providing support and guidance in their personal challenges.
- Organized successful fundraising events, securing resources for youth programs.
- Collaborated with other Youth Leaders to create a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive games and team-building activities.
Sales Associate
Journeys
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
Sports Manager
Basketball Team
11.2021 - 12.2022
- I organized the teams games, I helped the coach with plays and participate in conducting practice
- I attended games and spoke with the opposing teams coaches and scorekeepers making sure that our schools stats are efficient and up to date.
- Managed budgets for sports programs, ensuring proper allocation of funds for equipment and facilities.
- Increased team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to recruit top talent, contributing to successful seasons.
- Implemented data-driven analysis tools to evaluate player performance and inform coaching decisions.
- Maintained a safe and functional facility by scheduling regular maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Oversaw game day operations, managing staff schedules, security protocols, and event logistics.
Volunteer
Symposia Bookstore
09.2022 - 12.2022
- I engaged with customers and helped them choose what books might interest them, and rung them up after they've decided to make a purchase
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and leading outreach events.
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- I helped keep the shop clean and worked well with the other volunteers/workers.
- Managed administrative tasks such as scheduling, record-keeping, and budgeting for program success.
- Coordinated volunteer training sessions to ensure consistent delivery of services across teams.
- Spearheaded special projects, driving innovation within the organization''s programs and initiatives.
Education
Lincoln High School
Jersey City, NJ06.2023
Skills
- Great with customers
- Familiar with heavy lifting and cleaning up shop
- Cash handling experience
- Effective communication
- Public speaking
- Menu Development
- Compassion and Empathy
- Food Safety Understanding
- Inventory control
- Computer literacy
- Food preparation expertise
- Multitasking capabilities
Timeline
Volunteer
Symposia Bookstore
09.2022 - 12.2022
Youth Leader
WEPA
06.2022 - Current
Sports Manager
Basketball Team
11.2021 - 12.2022
Sales Associate
Journeys
08.2021 - 08.2023
Soup Kitchen Volunteer
Volunteer work in the soup Kitchen
Lincoln High School
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