Zohra Mekki
Boston,MA
Summary
Creative and personable professional with a background in art and several years of customer service experience. Skilled at building genuine connections, creating welcoming environments, and engaging diverse audiences. Brings a strong appreciation for the arts along with the ability to communicate effectively, adapt quickly, and contribute positively to team and guest experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostess
The Shelby
Allentown, PA
07.2025 - 05.2026
- Managed bookings, greeted guests, covered front of house
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
Weight Room Attendant
Barnes Center at The Arch
Syracuse, NY
09.2022 - 07.2025
- Ensure the safety of patrons by monitoring the gym floor and offering assistance and guidance as needed.
- Actively monitored weight room activities to ensure compliance with gym policies and safely address any incidents that arose.
Illustrator
Syracuse Rugby Alumni Association Logo
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Illustrated the logo for the Rugby Alumni Association at Syracuse University
- Improved project efficiency by providing detailed sketches and revisions promptly based on client feedback.
Hostess
Steelworks Buffet and Grill
Bethlehem, PA
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed register, covered front of the house
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
Illustrator
Band Cover Illustrator
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Illustrated the band cover for Mimicking Mars’s newest album “Janky Jones & the Blackjack Blues”
- Managed multiple illustration projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
Server Assistant/Hostess
PA House
Hellertown, PA
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed bookings, upkept the restaurant, helped serve, worked behind the bar and the dish pit.
- Cross-trained to handle different restaurant roles, including bar, kitchen, dish pit and to-go stations.
Illustrator
Book Cover Illustrator
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Illustrated the cover of the book Serpentina
- Collaborated with the author of the book to align my artistic vision with the narrative themes of her story
Scooper
Owowcow Creamery
Ottsville, PA
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Upkept the shop, served customers, prepped daily
- Served customers with speed and detail orientation, keeping team running smoothly throughout service fluctuations.
Researcher
Villa Restaurant Group
Morristown, NJ
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Researched fellow restaurant websites and reported back to Villa
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05.2025
High School - undefined
Palisades High School
Kintnersville, PA06.2021
Skills
- Adobe Create Suites
- Customer service expertise
- Restaurant operations
- CPR/AED certified
- Flexible and adaptable
- Problem resolution
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management
Websites
Timeline
Hostess
The Shelby
07.2025 - 05.2026
Illustrator
Syracuse Rugby Alumni Association Logo
11.2024 - 01.2025
Illustrator
Band Cover Illustrator
07.2024 - 08.2024
Hostess
Steelworks Buffet and Grill
05.2024 - 01.2025
Illustrator
Book Cover Illustrator
02.2024 - 04.2024
Server Assistant/Hostess
PA House
05.2023 - 05.2024
Weight Room Attendant
Barnes Center at The Arch
09.2022 - 07.2025
Scooper
Owowcow Creamery
07.2020 - 08.2022
Researcher
Villa Restaurant Group
03.2020 - 05.2020
High School - undefined
Palisades High School
Bachelor of Science -
Syracuse University