Janet Olujide
Chicago
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Loctitian and CEO
LocSmile
03.2023 - Current
- Built and maintained a successful self-taught loctitian business with a strong online presence through social media platforms
- Provided a wide range of loc services including (Detox, Repair, Retwist, and Reattachment)
- Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies locally and online to attract new clients
- Successfully managed online booking and scheduling system increasing clientele rate by 92% over three month
- Expanded service offerings to include new services, like, loc extensions, loc reconstruction and special event styling.
- Provided loc maintenance services to students in Springfield and Clients in Chicago area.
- Successfully balanced freelance business with academic responsibilities.
Summer Intern
MAPCorps+STEAMBassador+One Summer Chicago
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Acted as a trained mentor at summer camps across Chicago Park District
- Taught self-made STEM curriculum to campers aged 10-13 at summer camps
- Trained as Field Coordination with MAPCorps STEAMBassador program
- Lead and Facilitated teachings, Field trips, camp activities and programs planned for campers
- Attended 6 weeks adult mentorship training and Divas certification program.
Mentor and Intern
Exelon STEM ACADEMY + THE NEED PROJECT
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Attended Exelon Stem Leadership Academy in 2019, and since, returned as a student mentor and volunteer.
- Assisted mentees in setting achievable goals and creating realistic action plans for personal and professional growth.
- Collaborated with teachers, mentors and administrators to foster access to resources and success of the program
- Attend meetings outside the program's designated time to prepare for next day activity during the course of the program
- Volunteered for other programs and workshops during the academic year (2020-2022). Like the Build a generator day, National Energy Conference Award
Circle Foundation + One Summer Chicago - Summer Intern
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Successfully worked at the organization's Food pantry
- Organized and sorted food donations
- Moved food items to appropriate area, from freezers, shelves and van
- Maintained donation area clean and safe
- Maintained clean and safe areas in the food pantry
- Prepped food bags according to individual needs
- Helped other volunteers as needed
- Collected, tracked and updated customer's data for pantry operation.
Sales Associate
Once Upon A Child
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Intake Coordinator
United American Marketing
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Oversaw in-person and curbside patient registration and processing.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and company policies.
- Tracked and monitored health status of individuals entering premises to provide protection and control contamination.
- Collected, verified, recorded and processed client demographics, insurance payments, and referral information.
- Trained new staff members on intake procedures, contributing to a well-prepared team.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding COVID-19 screening procedures and reporting requirements.
- Increased overall patient satisfaction through exceptional customer service during the screening process, addressing questions or concerns promptly.
Commissary Worker
Arena Food Service Inc.
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Provided valuable input on menu development, sharing creative ideas for new dishes that garnered praise from guests.
- Adhered to strict compliance guidelines related to health department protocols without receiving any violations throughout tenure.
- Demonstrated knowledge of safety regulations by consistently adhering to sanitation guidelines during food preparation and handling processes.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and monitoring product expiration dates.
Commissary/Food Prep
JERK TACO MAN + ONE SUMMER CHICAGO
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, improving customer satisfaction with prompt service.
- Assisted in recipe development, experimenting with flavors and textures to create appealing new dishes.
- Chopped, sliced, and prepared various food items, including fruit cups, egg rolls and cabbage to precise specifications, contributing to consistent quality of menu offerings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of Illinois At Springfield
Springfield, IL12.2024
Additional Data
- Certification: CPR Certified, OSHA 10 hour, Food and Safety Certification, Divas
- Skills: Bilingual (English and Yoruba), Campaign organization (through internship with Illinois PIRG), Leadership, Communication, Project management, Adaptability, Customer Service, Strong work ethic, Business management.
- Volunteer and leadership: Habitat for Humanity Springfield IL, Leadership For Life (L4L) at UIS, Volunteer and Civic engagement at UIS, Circle Foundation Chicago (food pantry), Hazel Dell Elementary (after school Tutor) Springfield IL, Be My Eyes (mobile app) sighted volunteer, Chicago Scholars, STEM Leadership Academy Exelon corporation.
Timeline
Loctitian and CEO
LocSmile
03.2023 - Current
Summer Intern
MAPCorps+STEAMBassador+One Summer Chicago
06.2022 - 08.2022
Circle Foundation + One Summer Chicago - Summer Intern
06.2022 - 07.2022
Sales Associate
Once Upon A Child
01.2022 - 03.2022
Intake Coordinator
United American Marketing
09.2021 - 12.2021
Commissary Worker
Arena Food Service Inc.
09.2021 - 10.2021
Commissary/Food Prep
JERK TACO MAN + ONE SUMMER CHICAGO
06.2021 - 08.2021
Mentor and Intern
Exelon STEM ACADEMY + THE NEED PROJECT
07.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of Illinois At Springfield
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