Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Deans List, George Brown
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Lexley Meldrum

Old Toronto

Summary

Dedicated and hardworking individual with experience in food service, childcare, and community work. Skilled in meal preparation, serving, cleaning, and maintaining a safe and organized environment. Passionate about supporting children and vulnerable populations. Currently pursuing a diploma in Community Work at George Brown College, where I am on the Dean’s List. Strong background in volunteering and community engagement.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Jamii Esplanade
  • Supported community arts and engagement initiatives
  • Engaged with local residents to foster a sense of community
  • Assembles and distributed snacks and water for workshops
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.

Volunteer

Toronto Cares
  • Helped organize and distribute food at community events
  • Assisted with an annual toy drive for families in need
  • Advocated for better resources for marginalized communities

Childcare Assistant (Informal Experience)

Family Daycare
  • Assisted in managing children's activities, entertainment, and safety
  • Helped prepare and serve snacks while ensuring dietary restrictions were met
  • Maintained a clean and organized play and eating area
  • Engaged children in learning and socialization activities

Executive Assistant

ElisDon
02.2019 - 07.2023
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout the company.
  • Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.

Server

TOMO Restaurant and Bar
05.2021 - 03.2023
  • Served meals to residents in a professional and friendly manner
  • Ensured dietary needs were met, including special meal requests
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in the dining area
  • Assisted residents with meal-related needs, fostering a warm environment
  • Worked closely with kitchen staff to ensure timely food service

Server

Timeout Sports Bar and Grill
02.2020 - 04.2022
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.

Assistant to the CEO

Enterprise Systems and Solutions Group
02.2016 - 02.2019
  • Maintained an organized office environment through meticulous record-keeping practices that facilitated easy access to relevant documents when needed.
  • Aided in the recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and providing input on potential new hires.
  • Assisted in budget management by monitoring expenses, reconciling financial reports, and making recommendations for cost savings where appropriate.
  • Managed sensitive information with discretion, ensuring confidentiality in all aspects of the role as Assistant to the CEO.
  • Coordinated successful events for both internal staff members and external stakeholders while adhering to given budgets and timelines.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, partners, resulting in reliable support services that contributed to smooth operations within the company.

Education

Community Worker

George Brown College
Old Toronto, ON
06-2026

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organized and efficient
  • Problem-solving
  • Community service
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Community engagement
  • Event setup
  • Food distribution
  • Volunteer recruitment
  • Cultural awareness
  • French Language expertise
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Emotional awareness
  • Task prioritization

Languages

French
Professional Working

Deans List, George Brown

3.8 Gpa

Timeline

Server

TOMO Restaurant and Bar
05.2021 - 03.2023

Server

Timeout Sports Bar and Grill
02.2020 - 04.2022

Executive Assistant

ElisDon
02.2019 - 07.2023

Assistant to the CEO

Enterprise Systems and Solutions Group
02.2016 - 02.2019

Volunteer

Jamii Esplanade

Volunteer

Toronto Cares

Childcare Assistant (Informal Experience)

Family Daycare

Community Worker

George Brown College

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