Jisola Gbadebo
Maple,Canada
Summary
Enthusiastic and dependable student seeking a part-time retail position where I can bring strong customer service, sales, and teamwork skills. Eager to contribute to a positive shopping experience while building long-term relationships with customers and colleagues.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Operator
JBAKES
Vaughan, ON
01.2021 - Current
- Founded and manage a small baking business specializing in custom cakes and desserts
- Prepare and decorate products while ensuring high quality and consistency
- Handle customer orders, communication, and personalized requests
- Manage daily operations, including pricing, marketing, and maintaining food safety standards
Team Lead
York United Black Student Association
Toronto, ON
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Led initiatives to enhance student engagement and representation within the Black community.
- Developed strategic partnerships with campus organizations to foster inclusivity and collaboration.
- Mentored team members, providing guidance on leadership skills and event planning best practices.
- Coordinated workshops and events focused on cultural awareness and education for diverse audiences.
Service Coordinator
Laura, Upper Canada Mall
Newmarket, ON
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Process purchases, returns, and exchanges using Shopify POS
- Pick and prepare online and in-store customer orders accurately
- Perform clienteling by promoting sales, new arrivals, and engaging with customers
- Support inventory management and maintain store organization and cleanliness
Sales Associate
Below the Belt, Vaughan Mills
Vaughan, ON
08.2022 - 12.2025
- Assist customers in finding and selecting clothing while delivering excellent customer service
- Operate cash register and handle transactions accurately
- Maintain store organization and cleanliness to ensure a positive shopping environment
- Train new staff on sales techniques and customer service standards
Education
Social Science
York University
Toronto06-2030
Skills
- Sales & customer engagement
- Clienteling
- Cash handling
- Marketing
- Strategic thinking
- Inventory management
- Strong communication
- Team collaboration
CLUBS/TEAMS
- Track and field
- Flag Football
- Black Excellence Leadership Team
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Standard First Aid & CPR-C (AED), Canadian Red Cross
- WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
- Babysitting Certification, Canadian Red Cross
Timeline
Team Lead
York United Black Student Association
09.2025 - 04.2026
Service Coordinator
Laura, Upper Canada Mall
06.2025 - 02.2026
Sales Associate
Below the Belt, Vaughan Mills
08.2022 - 12.2025
Founder & Operator
JBAKES
01.2021 - Current
Social Science
York University