Mekai Sillah
Portland,OR
Summary
I have experience working in fast paced environments which some find to be stressful, and have found that I can keep a calm demeanor as i thrive under pressure. Prioritizing organization, I ensure efficiency and neatness. When working with others, I’m always willing to participate with a friendly attitude. Through my various different work experiences and life I have gained customer service skills, till managing, and interpersonal/teambuilding skills which makes me perfect for this job.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Gift Shop/Skate Shop Employee
Oaks Amusement Park & Roller Rink
03.2023 - Current
- Was responsible for common tasks to maintain the shop's organization and cleanliness (Organize stockroom, keep desk clean, sweep floors)
- Thrived in a team-based environment
- Kept drinks, candy and plushes stocked throughout the shop as well as folded, and tagged apparel.
- Balanced the till with cash, credit snd gift card. Used enthusiastic customer service to help customers with directions, prices, apparel and skates sizes
- Kept all skates clean and in the right space in a sometimes fast paced environment
- Close (take out garbage, check bathrooms, turn off lights and lock doors)
Lunch Duty Volunteer
Portland Public Schools Nutrition Services/ Jefferson High School
01.2023 - Current
- Learned regular tasks and remembered combinations quickly to improve performance.
- Quickly and efficiently served food and communicated to my coworkers as well as customers
Music and Arts Camp Intern
BRAVO
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Fostered positive learning environment, demonstrated positive behaviors and modeled teamwork by participating in group activities such as bucket drumming and choir
- Responded to emergency situations and assessed injuries and accompanied kids to the nurse
- Resolved occasional fights between children and addressed behavioral issues
- Offered caring emotional and social support to children experiencing difficult events
- Managed conflicts between campers in fair and respectful manner
- Wrote and submitted a report on the progress and struggles of my group of kids for the week in order to maximize sense of community and learning
African Film Festival Activity Volunteer
Portland Community College
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Fostered thought provocation in community partners following the screening of The Boy Who Harnesses the Wind by being responsible for a make-your-own-windmill craft table
Summer Library Volunteer
Multnomah County Library
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Greeted patrons and assisted each with inquiries on summer reading map activities and prizes
- Authorized and Authenticated summer reading prizes and checkpoints by marking maps
- Kept myself open and available looking whole inbetween patrons
- Explained the rules of summer reading and assisted with general help around the library if needed
- Was responsible for all summer reading supplies including prize cart
- Was responsible for displaying and advertising summer reading activities and prizes in the library throughout the summer
Education
Writing, Math
Portland Community College
Portland, ORHigh School -
Jefferson High School
Portland, OR06.2026
Skills
Organizational
Timeline
Music and Arts Camp Intern
BRAVO
07.2023 - 08.2023
Gift Shop/Skate Shop Employee
Oaks Amusement Park & Roller Rink
03.2023 - Current
African Film Festival Activity Volunteer
Portland Community College
02.2023 - 02.2023
Lunch Duty Volunteer
Portland Public Schools Nutrition Services/ Jefferson High School
01.2023 - Current
Summer Library Volunteer
Multnomah County Library
06.2022 - 08.2022
Writing, Math
Portland Community College
High School -
Jefferson High School
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