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Sandile Makama

Chicago

Summary

Dynamic professional with experience in customer service and event coordination. Proven ability to handle inquiries and resolve issues effectively, contributing to positive experiences for attendees. Ready to leverage time management and interpersonal skills to enhance operational efficiency.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Event Usher

S3 Security
Chicago
09.2025 - 03.2026
  • Monitored crowd flow and maintained order, ensuring safety and comfort for attendees.
  • Recognized and addressed security risks to safeguard guests and minimize disruptions.
  • Greeted attendees and provided directions to event locations.
  • Assisted guests with inquiries, resolving minor issues to enhance overall event experience.

Host

Momento Cantina
Chicago
05.2025 - 08.2025

Greeted and seated guests promptly in a busy dining environment.

  • Handled guest complaints professionally, ensuring a positive dining experience.
  • Managed reservation system to enhance table turnover and streamline guest flow.
  • Monitored waitlists and informed guests of wait times to improve overall dining experience.
  • Handled high volume of incoming calls during peak dining hours to assist guests effectively.
  • Engaged pedestrians and distributed promotional materials to increase restaurant visibility.

Fine Dining Busser

LeTour
Evanston
12.2022 - 08.2024
  • Bussed and reset tables efficiently to maintain a welcoming dining environment.
  • Cleaned and set tables promptly to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Assisted other bussers or waitstaff during peak hours.
  • Assisted colleagues during busy shifts to ensure efficient service.
  • Organized dishware and utensils for optimal workflow efficiency.
  • Restocked supplies to support uninterrupted service.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05-2028

Skills

  • Venue management
  • Crowd management
  • Safety monitoring
  • CPR/AED Certified
  • Customer service
  • Guest engagement
  • Time management
  • Signage creation
  • Interpersonal skills

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certified
  • FHC Certified

Timeline

Event Usher

S3 Security
09.2025 - 03.2026

Host

Momento Cantina
05.2025 - 08.2025

Fine Dining Busser

LeTour
12.2022 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Sandile Makama