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Overview
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SOULEYMANE SAKHO

NORFOLK,VA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Very independent and ambitious towards my goals in life. Failure is not a option. I tend to learn from any loss!

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cashier

7 Eleven Gas Station
01.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Great customer service, greet them all with a smile.
  • Teamwork with my companions throughout the store.

Sales Representative

Top Tier LLC
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed and maintained relationships with existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted market research to identify potential customers and their needs.
  • Organized client visits, presentations, product demonstrations and trade shows.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities.
  • Researched competitors' products, prices, and sales techniques.
  • Negotiated pricing contracts with customers to maximize profits.
  • Attended industry events such as conferences, seminars.

Certified Forklift Operator

Kenco Logistics
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved materials within the warehouse using a forklift.
  • Assisted in unloading trucks with heavy lifting equipment.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on all equipment.
  • Identified damaged or defective merchandise before loading onto trucks.
  • Provided support during physical inventory counts as required by management.
  • Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.

Certified Electric Pallet Jack

Lineage Logistics - Cold
12.2022 - 03.2023
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved materials within the warehouse using a forklift.
  • Assisted in unloading trucks with heavy lifting equipment.
  • Operated various types of forklifts including sit-down, stand-up, electric, propane and diesel models.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating forklifts.
  • Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Estimated weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements.

Stocker Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
05.2022 - 08.2022


  • Inspected and stocked shelves with products.
  • Operated material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks safely.
  • Developed a strong working knowledge of all store products.
  • Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
  • Greeted customers and identified their needs.
  • Maintained knowledge of current sales promotions and new product releases.

Package Handler

Amazon
06.2020 - 04.2022
  • Inspected packages for damages or defects and recorded any issues found.
  • Organized packages according to type, size, destination, and other specifications.
  • Stacked boxes onto pallets in an efficient manner.
  • Assembled containers or crates for large shipments using hand tools and power tools.
  • Labeled parcels accurately according to company guidelines.
  • Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
  • Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.

Food and Beverage Team Leader

Kings Dominion Amusement Park
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Monitored daily operations of the food and beverage team, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
  • Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss operational issues, customer feedback, and upcoming events.
  • Directed training programs for new employees on proper food handling techniques, customer service protocols, and cash handling procedures.
  • Maintained a positive work environment by resolving conflicts among personnel in a timely manner.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
  • Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
  • Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.

Food Service Team Member

Wendys Restaurant
01.2016 - 04.2018
  • Assisted in setting up and stocking food service area with necessary items.
  • Ensured proper portion control was maintained when serving customers.
  • Provided excellent customer service to guests by responding to their needs promptly.
  • Maintained a clean, safe and sanitary work environment according to health codes.
  • Prepared hot and cold beverages for customers following recipes accurately.
  • Performed cashiering duties such as taking orders, calculating totals, processing payments.
  • Restocked inventory shelves with new supplies of condiments and other food items.
  • Cleaned tables, chairs, counters and floors after each shift.
  • Operated the cash register efficiently during peak business hours.
  • Communicated effectively with fellow team members to ensure smooth operations of the restaurant.
  • Cooked menu items according to specific recipes using various kitchen equipment safely.
  • Wrapped sandwiches, salads or other prepared foods neatly before serving them to customers.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Bluefield College
Bluefield, VA

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson High School
Richmond, VA
06.2020

Skills

  • Supervision and Leadership
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Certified Forklift Operator
  • RF Scanner
  • Certified Pallet Jack Operator
  • Shelf Restocking
  • Product Packaging
  • Work Ethic and Integrity
  • Cash Handling
  • Time management skills
  • Customer service excellence

Accomplishments

I currently have started my own business. Beginning my entrepreneurship goals in life. I have a rug tufting business and also a vending machine business. While striving for success in college I also want to own my own company one day!

Certification

  • LLC, Blinded By Love - January 2023

Timeline

Cashier

7 Eleven Gas Station
01.2024 - Current

Sales Representative

Top Tier LLC
06.2023 - 08.2023

Certified Forklift Operator

Kenco Logistics
03.2023 - 06.2023

Certified Electric Pallet Jack

Lineage Logistics - Cold
12.2022 - 03.2023

Stocker Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
05.2022 - 08.2022

Package Handler

Amazon
06.2020 - 04.2022

Food and Beverage Team Leader

Kings Dominion Amusement Park
06.2018 - 08.2018

Food Service Team Member

Wendys Restaurant
01.2016 - 04.2018

Some College (No Degree) -

Bluefield College

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Old Dominion University

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson High School
SOULEYMANE SAKHO