Khiya Strickland
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifeguard
City of Arlington, Parks and Recreation
Arlington, Tx
01.2026 - Current
- Monitored pool area to ensure safety and adherence to rules.
- Responded promptly to emergencies with first aid and rescue techniques.
- Assisted patrons with water safety and swimming skills.
Lead Cashier
Specs Liquor And Bar Supply
Fort Worth, Tx
06.2025 - 05.2026
- Trained new cashiers on company policies and best practices for customer service.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided recommendations.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer balance through regular audits and reconciliations.
Barista
Starbucks
Fort Worth, Tx
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the workspace and equipment.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and special requests.
- Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
- Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere in the store.
Team Leader
Whataburger Restaurants L&c
Aledo, Texas
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient service and customer satisfaction.
- Trained new team members on restaurant procedures and customer service standards.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain stock of food and supplies.
Seasonal Worker
Target
Fort Worth, Texas
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided helpful recommendations.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise to enhance store presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in sales areas and stockrooms.
Dental Assistant Student Intern
Brident Dental & Orthodontics
Arlington, TX
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted dentists with patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and arranging supplies.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
Education
RDA - Dental Assisting
College of Healthcare Professionals
Fort Worth, Tx 08.2022 - 05.2023
Skills
- CPR and AED training
- Inventory control
- Customer engagement
- Cash management
- Patient education
- Time management
- Patient data gathering
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lifeguard
City of Arlington, Parks and Recreation
01.2026 - Current
Lead Cashier
Specs Liquor And Bar Supply
06.2025 - 05.2026
Barista
Starbucks
01.2025 - 05.2025
Team Leader
Whataburger Restaurants L&c
03.2024 - 12.2024
Seasonal Worker
Target
10.2023 - 01.2024
Dental Assistant Student Intern
Brident Dental & Orthodontics
06.2023 - 09.2023
RDA - Dental Assisting
College of Healthcare Professionals
08.2022 - 05.2023