TEKI TRAMMEL JACKSON
Detroit,MI
Summary
Experienced with community outreach, consistently building strong connections and fostering community involvement. Utilizes organizational and leadership skills to coordinate and drive successful initiatives. Knowledge of effective communication strategies ensures positive engagement and impactful outcomes.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Forgotten Harvest
05.2010 - Current
- Distributed food boxes with carefully selected essentials to families in need.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely distribution of food to clients in need.
- Kept warehouses and preparation areas clean and orderly to limit workplace risk.
- Helped visitors pick out food items from donations.
- Provided compassionate customer service, assisting clients in selecting groceries based on individual needs and dietary restrictions.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Enhanced community food security by efficiently sorting and distributing donated items.
Volunteer
Capuchin Soup Kitchen
02.1992 - Current
- Served hot meals and distributed sack lunches to disadvantaged individuals.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for both volunteers and clients by maintaining strict hygiene standards.
- Provided compassionate support to clients, addressing their individual needs and concerns with empathy and understanding.
- Maximized operational efficiency by implementing best practices in food handling, storage, and waste management techniques.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
- Loaded dishwasher with china and thoroughly hand-washed dishes, pans and utensils to tidy up serving line.
Volunteer
East Side Soup Kitchen
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Served hot meals and distributed sack lunches to disadvantaged individuals.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment to meet food preparation codes.
- Assembled take-out bags to distribute to local homeless population.
- Provided compassionate support to clients, addressing their individual needs and concerns with empathy and understanding.
- Sanitized tables, handed out cleansing wipes and reminded visitors to maintain social distancing at tables.
- Operated manual and electronic appliances to slice, peel and trim vegetables.
- Loaded food, dishes and utensils on carts and trays to transport from designated food preparation areas to designated tables.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
- Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to deliver punctual, friendly service.
Garden Volunteer
Saginaw Art Museum
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Utilized knowledge of plant species identification skills when assisting visitors with inquiries about specific flora found throughout the site.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers on special projects to enhance overall garden appearance and functionality.
- Supported garden maintenance staff with essential tasks such as watering plants and raking leaves to maintain cleanliness.
- Assisted with the creation of visually appealing plant displays, combining various colors, textures, and heights to maximize visual impact.
- Improved soil quality through regular composting, mulching, and organic fertilization techniques.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
Grounds Volunteer
Good Samaritian
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Utilized knowledge of plant species identification skills when assisting visitors with inquiries about specific flora found throughout the site.
- Improved soil quality through regular composting, mulching, and organic fertilization techniques.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
- Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
Food Service Volunteer
Salvation Army Soup Kitchen
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, adhering to strict hygiene regulations in all aspects of food handling and preparation.
- Assisted kitchen staff with meal preparation for faster and more efficient service.
- Served meals to guests with professionalism, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests at charity events.
- Assisted in food distribution for increased community reach and support.
- Greeted community members upon arrival to create welcoming environment.
- Prepared and packaged boxes during box assembly line phase.
Education
CERTIFICATION - COMMUNICATONS
DELTA COLLEGE
Saginaw, MI03-2023
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Community Engagement\Outreach
- Event Setup
- Problem-solving abilities
- Telephone Etiquette
- MS Office
- Recordkeeping and Confidentiality
- Time Management
- Leadership Qualities
Timeline
Garden Volunteer
Saginaw Art Museum
05.2021 - 08.2021
Volunteer
East Side Soup Kitchen
03.2021 - 10.2023
Grounds Volunteer
Good Samaritian
04.2020 - 07.2020
Food Service Volunteer
Salvation Army Soup Kitchen
01.2020 - 07.2020
Volunteer
Forgotten Harvest
05.2010 - Current
Volunteer
Capuchin Soup Kitchen
02.1992 - Current
CERTIFICATION - COMMUNICATONS
DELTA COLLEGE
Similar Profiles
Matthew RombachMatthew Rombach
Volunteer Farm Help at Forgotten Harvest FarmVolunteer Farm Help at Forgotten Harvest Farm
Chika AjaeroChika Ajaero
Food Sorting and Organizing Volunteer at Forgotten HarvestFood Sorting and Organizing Volunteer at Forgotten Harvest
Darrell Parks JRDarrell Parks JR
Volunteer at Forgotten HarvestVolunteer at Forgotten Harvest