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Ja'Niya Ridley

Fort Myers

Summary

Dedicated and patient-focused Nursing Assistant seeking a CNA position to assist with daily patient care, promote comfort and safety, and contribute to a positive healing environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hostess

Two Meatballs in the Kitchen
08.2025 - 02.2026
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.

Busser/Hostess

The Saucy Meatball
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables.

Team Member

Chick-fil-A
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.

Team Member

Culver's Restaurant
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.

Education

No Degree -

Gateway High School
13820 Griffin Drive, Fort Myers, FL
06-2026

Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Cape Coral Technical College
360 Santa Barbara Blvd N Cape Coral, FL
04-2026

Skills

  • Detail-oriented
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Vital signs
  • Medical terminology
  • Teamwork
  • Goal-oriented

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • American Heart Association|BLS| March 2026
  • OSHA Hazards & SDS, 2026
  • HIV/AIDS, 2026
  • Domestic Violence, 2026
  • BBP and Infection Control, 2026
  • Alzheimer's, 2026
  • CET - |EKG Technician| April 2025

Timeline

Hostess

Two Meatballs in the Kitchen
08.2025 - 02.2026

Busser/Hostess

The Saucy Meatball
09.2024 - 04.2025

Team Member

Chick-fil-A
06.2024 - 12.2024

Team Member

Culver's Restaurant
03.2023 - 12.2023

No Degree -

Gateway High School

Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Cape Coral Technical College
Ja'Niya Ridley