Kendal Gaines
Sanford
Summary
Compassionate Youth Leader building purposeful relationships to inspire personal confidence and spirit-driven growth. Proactive supporter of community outreach initiatives to nurture support networks and open doors for program sponsorship and expansion. Proponent of tailored event planning to maximize attendance and engagement at every level of development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Leader
Tramway Baptist Church
02.2024 - Current
- Served as a positive role model for young individuals, demonstrating responsible decision-making skills and ethical behavior.
- Encouraged youth to explore talents and interests, and assisted in developing individualized plans to foster personal growth.
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive games and team-building activities.
- Maintained good relationships with parents through regular communication and active participation in planned activities.
Volleyball Coach
Real Sports
10.2023 - Current
- Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
- Established a supportive environment that encouraged growth, accountability, sportsmanship among players.
- Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
Event Coordinator
Vision Events
10.2021 - Current
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
- Handled crisis management situations promptly, minimizing negative impact on event outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
Catering Assistant
Fat Jr Grill
03.2019 - Current
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Coordinated closely with other staff members during events for smooth service delivery.
- Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
- Assisted in resolving any unforeseen issues that arose during events, mitigating negative impacts on client experience.
Work Study Student
Central Carolina Community College - Print Shop
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining strong relationships with peers, supervisors, and students.
- Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
- Collaborated with staff members to guarantee students received best possible customer service.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in different work situations.
Employee
Bubbas Subs And Pizza
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Waitress Trainer
Blaisons Buffet
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed strong communication skills by effectively conveying information between kitchen staff, management, and waitstaff.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing guest concerns promptly.
- Maintained consistent customer satisfaction rates through attentive listening skills and prompt issue resolution when necessary.
- Provided support during high volume periods by efficiently managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Assisted new hires in acclimating to the workplace by providing support, encouragement, and guidance throughout their training period.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lee County High School
Sanford, NC06.2023
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- Relationship Building
- Community Outreach
Timeline
Youth Leader
Tramway Baptist Church
02.2024 - Current
Volleyball Coach
Real Sports
10.2023 - Current
Work Study Student
Central Carolina Community College - Print Shop
08.2023 - 05.2024
Waitress Trainer
Blaisons Buffet
11.2021 - 05.2022
Event Coordinator
Vision Events
10.2021 - Current
Employee
Bubbas Subs And Pizza
05.2021 - 08.2023
Catering Assistant
Fat Jr Grill
03.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lee County High School
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