SALMATA KAMARA
Summary
Dedicated hospitality professional with hands-on experience in fast-paced environments. Expertise in enhancing guest experiences, multitasking effectively, and fostering team collaboration. Proven skills in customer relations and cash handling. Pursuing roles in nightlife, hospitality, and service positions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional (School Aide)
Stepping Stones Group
09.2025 - Current
- Supported students and maintained a safe, structured environment
- Utilized strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills to enhance student learning experiences
- Partnered with staff to implement strategies that fostered a positive and productive classroom environment
- Assisted teachers in managing classroom dynamics and delivering instructional activities effectively.
- Assisted students with special needs in daily tasks and learning objectives.
- Collaborated with staff to develop individualized education plans for students.
Server
Blue Sunday
Laurel
09.2025 - Current
- Delivered high-quality guest service in fast-paced restaurant/lounge environment to enhance guest experience
- Build positive guest experiences through strong communication and attentiveness
- Maintained professionalism while managing multiple tables and addressing diverse customer needs to ensure smooth service
- Upsold menu items to enhance customer satisfaction and increase overall sales
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of service areas
Behavioral Health Technician
Attain ABA
05.2022 - 09.2025
- Developed effective communication and interpersonal skills through direct client support
- Demonstrated professionalism, patience, and ability to multitask in fast-paced environments
- Collected and analyzed data to enhance daily routines
- Collected data and supported daily routines
Caregiver
Care.com
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided dependable care while maintaining patience, professionalism, and trust
- Supervised clients and provided daily support to enhance safety and well-being
- Assisted with supervision and daily support needs
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Administered medication following prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at home.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual client requirements.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding client care and needs.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Cashier
Beauty Supply
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Processed transactions and assisted customers with purchases
- Maintained organization and inventory while providing excellent customer service
Server
IHOP
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Delivered outstanding customer service to enhance guest satisfaction in high-volume environment
- Managed multiple tables, ensuring timely service and accurate order delivery
- Provided personalized menu recommendations to enhance dining experience for guests
- Managed multiple tables while maintaining efficiency and accuracy
- Took customer orders accurately and communicated with kitchen staff effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization during busy shifts
- Managed dining area cleanliness and organized table settings efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma / GED -
Charles Herbert Flowers
Springdale, MD 09.2018 - 05.2022
Skills
- Student Support
- Classroom Management
- Fast-Paced Environments
- Multitasking
- Record Keeping
- Educational Technology
- Encouraging Participation
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
- Time Management
- Child Development
- Classroom management
- Individualized education plans
- Special needs support
- Guest service
- Upselling
- Cash handling
- POS systems
- Hospitality
Certification
- CPR
- First Aid
- RBT
- Behavioral Health Technician
Timeline
Paraprofessional (School Aide)
Stepping Stones Group
09.2025 - Current
Server
Blue Sunday
09.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Care.com
04.2024 - 05.2025
Behavioral Health Technician
Attain ABA
05.2022 - 09.2025
Cashier
Beauty Supply
02.2020 - 05.2022
Server
IHOP
04.2019 - 05.2021
High School Diploma / GED -
Charles Herbert Flowers
09.2018 - 05.2022