Talajah Smith
East Lansing,MI
Summary
Honors student with proven organizational and time management skills. Demonstrates ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve efficient task completion. Detail-oriented and reliable, with experience in leadership roles within High School National Honor Society and Interact Club. Coordinated volunteer projects and guided peers in community service initiatives.
Overview
2
2
Languages
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Sultan's West Lansing
Lansing, Michigan
04.2025 - 08.2026
- Greeted customers, took orders accurately, and provided friendly, efficient service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Coordinated between the front counter and kitchen staff to ensure orders are prepared correctly and delivered to guests promptly.
- Assembled and packaged food items and meal orders, ensuring accuracy and quality to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Delivered plated meals to dining tables and maintained clear, attentive communication with customers throughout their visit.
- Maintained a clean and food-safe workspace by regularly wiping surfaces, sweeping, sanitizing equipment, and following health and safety procedures.
- Performed prep tasks such as cutting lemons and bread, restocking sauces and supplies, and rolling silverware to support smooth daily operations.
Volunteer
Freetail Store
Lansing, Michigan
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in creating an organized display to help individuals easily access needed items.
- Sorted, folded, and organized donated clothing to maintain a clean and efficient store environment.
- Developed teamwork and time management skills by collaborating with other volunteers and working independently during shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waverly High School
Lansing, MI05-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Order accuracy
- Cash handling
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Cashier
Sultan's West Lansing
04.2025 - 08.2026
Volunteer
Freetail Store
05.2024 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Waverly High School