Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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DARA KOLAWOLE

Edmonton,Canada

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Guest Services

Calgary Stampede
07.2025 - 07.2025
  • Greet and welcome guests.
  • Answer any questions guests have and help direct them to particular areas
  • Communicate with other employees to report any potentially dangerous situations and resolve them.

Retail Training

Shoppers Drug Mart
06.2025 - 06.2025
  • MMS database training
  • PET handheld training
  • Knowledge on inventory management, signage, and low stocks.

Week of Welcome Volunteer

University of Alberta
09.2024 - 09.2024
  • Guided campus tours, helping new students familiarize themselves with important locations and resources.
  • Facilitated engaging activities to foster community, enhancing student interaction and participation.
  • Provided information on university resources, clubs, and services to support new students' transition.

Customer Service Representative

Dulce Cake and Bakery
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Provided friendly and professional service in a fast-paced retail and food service environment.
  • Handled customer inquiries, special orders, and complaints with efficiency and care.
  • Operated POS systems and managed cash and card transactions accurately.
  • Maintained cleanliness and presentation standards in both front-of-house and service areas.
  • Demonstrated reliability and strong communication skills in a team-oriented setting.

Sport & Recreation Program Volunteer

The Elevation Church
12.2018 - 12.2022
  • Helped coordinate weekly drop-in sports nights and community tournaments,
  • Set up fields and courts for games including basketball, volleyball, and soccer.
  • Acted as informal game monitor or scorekeeper during recreational play.

Volunteer, Soup Kitchen

The Elevation Church
12.2018 - 12.2022
  • Served meals to guests, fostering a welcoming environment and ensuring a respectful dining experience.
  • Engaged with guests to provide support and information about additional services available.
  • Collaborated with a team of volunteers, enhancing teamwork and communication skills while helping to train volunteers.

Facility Attendant

Skylift
03.2021 - 10.2021
  • Monitored gymnasium and fitness facilities for cleanliness and safety.
  • Assisted patrons with equipment setup and provided orientation to new users.
  • Reported maintenance issues and ensured adherence to facility policies.

Intern

New Form Concept Limited
03.2021 - 04.2021
  • Conducted research on materials and building codes to support design decisions and project compliance.
  • Participated in site visits to observe construction progress and document design implementation.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, contributing ideas during meetings and supporting project management efforts.

Education

Bachelor of Design -

University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
08.2025

Skills

  • Guest Services
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Adaptable
  • Goal oriented mindset
  • Cash handling

Certification

  • Pro Serve Certificate | 2024-2029
  • Intermediate First Aid and CPR C and AED | 2025-2028
  • SafeCheck Canadian Food Safety | 2025-2030

Timeline

Guest Services

Calgary Stampede
07.2025 - 07.2025

Retail Training

Shoppers Drug Mart
06.2025 - 06.2025

Week of Welcome Volunteer

University of Alberta
09.2024 - 09.2024

Customer Service Representative

Dulce Cake and Bakery
04.2023 - 09.2023

Facility Attendant

Skylift
03.2021 - 10.2021

Intern

New Form Concept Limited
03.2021 - 04.2021

Sport & Recreation Program Volunteer

The Elevation Church
12.2018 - 12.2022

Volunteer, Soup Kitchen

The Elevation Church
12.2018 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Design -

University of Alberta
DARA KOLAWOLE