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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
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Kareemah Abdur Rahim

Willow Grove,PA
Kareemah Abdur Rahim

Summary

Outgoing and detail-oriented professional with proven history of resourcefulness and reliability that will effectively demonstrate interpersonal communication skills. Driven to achieve success through hard work, consistency, and the ability to work well with others while achieving the goals of the organization.

Overview

13
years of professional experience

Work History

Mid Atlantic Parking Services
Abington, PA

Valet/Cashier
04.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Provides positive customer experience with friendly and courteous service.
  • Maintained efficient entrances and exits to manage traffic flow and reduce back-ups.
  • Processed credit card and cash payments for parking charges and provided customers with accurate detailed receipts.
  • Resolved customer issues and complaints expeditiously to meet customer service quality standards.
  • Addressed navigation questions and provided directions to help guests reach destinations quickly.
  • Retrieved guest vehicle quickly to avoid long waits and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Greeted and welcomed guests to nurture relationships and grow successful business.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.

Ruqayyah’s Rack
Philadelphia, PA

Executive Assistant
01.2020 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Designed and managed company website.
  • Organized and recorded all inventory.
  • Packaged, delivered and shipped all company orders.
  • Managed owner’s daily schedule.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing mail and email.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
  • Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
  • Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.

Shake Shack
Atlanta, GA

Exempt Manager
12.2018 - 10.2020

Job overview

  • Led Team Development for multiple locations.
  • Led 7 store new openings worldwide as Opening Support Manager.
  • Led off-site as well as in-store events.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
  • Recorded inventory sales into organization's weekly income report.
  • Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.

Shake Shack
Philadelphia, PA

Shift Manager
05.2017 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Assisted with 13 new store openings worldwide as Cross Trainer.
  • Assisted with off-site as well as in-store events.
  • Prepped and prepared menu items and served guests.
  • Kept team members operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
  • Coached team members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
  • Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
  • Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
  • Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team.
  • Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
  • Trained and mentored new team members to maximize team performance.

Shake Shack
Philadelphia, PA

Cross Trainer
10.2013 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • Assisted with 13 new store openings worldwide.
  • Trained new employees on company procedures and all menu item preparation.
  • Assisted with off-site as well as in-store events.
  • Prepped and prepared menu items and served guests.
  • Built customer loyalty by smoothly executing training initiatives.
  • Developed and implemented updating training programs for new team members.
  • Liaised between management team and team members, facilitating smooth communication and successfully achieving high store performance scores.

A Healthy Twist Café
Philadelphia, PA

Prep Cook
06.2013 - 08.2013

Job overview

  • Organized inventory supplies.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.

Maulana's Café
Philadelphia, PA

Prep Cook
02.2012 - 01.2013

Job overview

  • Organized inventory supplies.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.

Gaudenzia, Inc
Philadelphia, PA

Child Care Worker
06.2009 - 10.2009

Job overview

  • Aided women and their children in residential recovery facility.
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for women and their children.
  • Prepared and served nutritious and healthy meals and snacks.
  • Provided continuous supervision to children during indoor and outdoor activities to maintain safe learning and playing environments.
  • Communicated with parents regarding child's behavior, daily activities and concerns.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.

CVS/ Pharmacy
Philadelphia, PA

Cashier
11.2007 - 10.2009

Job overview

  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.

Education

Community College of Philadelphia
, Philadelphia, PA

Associate of Arts from Restaurant Management
05.2011

University Overview

GPA: 3.1, Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Roxborough High School
, Philadelphia, PA

High School Diploma from Liberal Arts
06.2008

University Overview

Enrolled in Honors Elementary Functions

Enrolled in Honors English Class

Skills

  • Inventory Stocking
  • Credits and Refunds
  • Systems Evaluation
  • Shipment Procedures
  • POS Inventory System Operation
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Cash Handling
  • New Product Information
  • Microsoft Office
  • Team Management

Additional Information

  • Most Improved Junior Award- December 2006 Student of the Month Award- March 2006, March 2007 Honor Roll Status- 2007-2008 Earned Grade Point Average of 3.3 - 2007

Timeline

Valet/Cashier

Mid Atlantic Parking Services
04.2022 - Current

Executive Assistant

Ruqayyah’s Rack
01.2020 - 01.2022

Exempt Manager

Shake Shack
12.2018 - 10.2020

Shift Manager

Shake Shack
05.2017 - 12.2018

Cross Trainer

Shake Shack
10.2013 - 05.2017

Prep Cook

A Healthy Twist Café
06.2013 - 08.2013

Prep Cook

Maulana's Café
02.2012 - 01.2013

Child Care Worker

Gaudenzia, Inc
06.2009 - 10.2009

Cashier

CVS/ Pharmacy
11.2007 - 10.2009

Community College of Philadelphia

Associate of Arts from Restaurant Management

Roxborough High School

High School Diploma from Liberal Arts
Kareemah Abdur Rahim