Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Jayla Mertin

WHITBY

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Busser/Hostess

BAR DOWN GASTRO PUB
2024 - Current
  • Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
  • Maintained high levels of cleanliness throughout shifts, contributing to overall restaurant presentation.
  • Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
  • Collaborated with fellow bussers and servers to create an efficient flow during peak hours.
  • Anticipated server needs, proactively refilling water glasses and removing empty plates from tables.
  • Assisted servers in providing efficient service for improved guest experiences.

Laundry Assistance

Eternal Glow Medical Aesthetics
02.2022 - Current

Laundry duties, washing, drying and folding towels.

Organize and supporting the stylist for evening closing shifts

Camp Counselor

Little Oaks Academy
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
  • Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
  • Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
  • Enhanced camper experience by organizing and leading engaging activities tailored to various age groups.
  • Supported campers in realizing their full potential through guidance and encouragement in skill development sessions.
  • Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
  • Assisted in the successful management of daily operations such as meal planning, activity scheduling, and site maintenance.
  • Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
  • Assisted in preparing meals and snacks to provide nutritional needs to campers.
  • Enhanced camper engagement with innovative outdoor activities, leading to memorable summer experience.
  • Improved camp cleanliness and organization with thorough daily inspections and maintenance tasks.

Cashier

Freshco
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.

Assisted Lice Technician

The Lice Crew
01.2020 - 02.2021

Kept work place clean, supplies always filled, workplace sanitized, swept and mopped floors, worked well with customers while techicians were making sure that they were Lice Free.

Education

No Degree -

Henry Secondary School
Whitby, ON

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Clear communication
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Table bussing
  • Team collaboration
  • Cleaning procedures
  • Professional appearance
  • Cleanliness maintenance
  • Workplace safety
  • Performance improvement
  • Efficient table clearing
  • Inventory management
  • Server support
  • Restaurant etiquette
  • Food safety
  • Table setting
  • Working under pressure
  • Positive attitude
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Strong client relations
  • Shift flexibility
  • Customer service
  • Cleaning
  • Flexible schedule
  • Supply restocking
  • Relationship building
  • Payment processing
  • Cash register operation

Certification

CPR and First Aid level A. November 2019

CPR and First Aid level C November 2019

Timeline

Camp Counselor

Little Oaks Academy
07.2024 - 08.2024

Cashier

Freshco
09.2023 - 02.2024

Laundry Assistance

Eternal Glow Medical Aesthetics
02.2022 - Current

Assisted Lice Technician

The Lice Crew
01.2020 - 02.2021

Busser/Hostess

BAR DOWN GASTRO PUB
2024 - Current

No Degree -

Henry Secondary School
Jayla Mertin