TEMI TAYO
EDMONTON, ALBERTA,
T5J 0G8.
****@********.**
OBJECTIVE:
Looking for employment in a fast paced environment, where I can utilize my
upbeat, enthusiastic, and punctual as well as my interpersonal skills,
along with my experience from previous employments.
SKILLS:
. Proven ability to grasp instructions and learn quickly
. Able to meet deadlines and work with minimal supervision
. Previous experience working in a team environment through various
courses taken at the University of Alberta
. Operate Cash Register/Process Payments
. Strong Communication Skills
. Identify And Solve Customer Needs
. Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
COMPUTER SKILLS:
. Prominent with modern technology
. Prominent user of Apple products and computers
. Windows, MS Word, Excel, Pages Open Office, Power point
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:
Sales Associate
Henry Singer Fashion Group Edmonton, Alberta September 2012-Present
. Excellent Sales Ability.
. Provide good customer service by greeting each customer,
fostering a friendly atmosphere.
. Having proper knowledge of the merchandise, I am always able and
willing assist customers.
. Ring up sales on the point-of-sale cash register, thus handling
various forms of payment and processes refunds, exchanges and
voids.
Associate Manager
French Connection, Edmonton, Alberta. October 2011-October 2012
. Developed effective customer service skills by assisting clients
with difficult decisions and making it easier by recommending
certain products.
. Pumped sales by informing customers of promotions.
. Processed and accounted for large volumes of cash.
. Supervised a loss prevention system
Assistant Manager
Tay Engineering Limited, Lagos, Nigeria. June 2007 -2008
. Consulted with client's on the daily progress on construction
projects
. Supervised, trained and coached new personnel in sales
. Processed and accounted for large volumes of cash
Event Coordinator
Suite 69, Edmonton Alberta. May 2011-September 2012
. Planned, organized as well as hosted various events.
. Created effective brochures used to advertise events for groups
such as the Nigerian
Students Association (UofA) and The Law Students Association (UofA).
. Accomplished effective and efficient teamwork.
. Proven ability to meet deadlines.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
Social Director
Nigerian Students Association. Edmonton, Alberta January 2012-Present
. Organized as well as planed various social gatherings for the
student group.
. Organized the Inter-Cultural Event, for various students groups
whereby we hosted the Mayor of Edmonton
Northlands Capital Ex, Edmonton, Alberta May 2010-Present
. Farm Town Coordinator/Supervisor
. Coordinated as well as looked after the well being of children
that visited the farm town
. Supervised the well being of the farm animals.
Assistant bartender
. Served guests during SIP at the Capital EX
. Made sure customers were satisfied with their drinks and
cocktails.
Gate greeter
. Acknowledged and greeted people as they came in
. Helped people who could not find their seats find their assigned
sits
. Assisted as well as host the psychically challenged people at
the Capital EX
OTHER EXPERIENCES:
. Active Member of the Collective Body of Arts Students, at the
University of Alberta
. Active member of the Nigerian Naval Students Association
. One time Recipient of Nigerian Naval Educational Scholarship
EDUCATION:
. Nigerian Navy Secondary School September 2004 -
2007
. W.L Seaton Secondary, Canadian High School Diploma August, 2008-
May 2009
. Bachelor of Arts - University of Alberta
September, 2009 - Present
References Available Upon Request.
May 2013.
To whom it may concern:
This letter is to formally introduce myself for the purpose of seeking
employment with your company. I am Temi Tayo and I'm 23 years old. I am
currently a full time student at the University of Alberta, presently
enrolled in an undergraduate degree with a major in Political Science and
my minor in Sociology. I had recently been actively looking for a full time
job as I am almost done my program. I heard about the positions being
offered through your company, and would like you to consider me for a
position.
I believe that I possess the right skills and personality that your
company is looking for in its employees. I am also confident that along
with my interpersonal qualities, I compliment the philosophy of your
organization, and would benefit your company by brining a result oriented
attitude and a great team player mind-set. I have attached my resume for
your review; please feel free to get a hold of me either by email at
****@*******.** or phone at +178*-****-***. I thank you in advanced for
taking the time to consider my resume and application and look forward to
meeting with you to substantiate my candidacy.
Yours truly,
Temi Tayo.