SAMPLE STATEMENTS FOR RESUMES
Examples for “HIGHLIGHT OF SKILLS” or “SKILLS SUMMARY”
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Safely use tools to build, fix or maintain ______________________________________
Eager to try new things and a quick learner
Work well within groups and independently
Provide customers with prompt service
Greet customers in a friendly and welcoming manner
Safely and efficiently operate food service equipment such as grills and coffee machines
Request additional information or ask questions when necessary to complete tasks or
projects
Manage time effectively to meet deadlines
Able to follow instructions and directions in order to complete projects or assignments
Confidently operate a computer and knowledgeable of the following programs: _______
Strong Science and Math student
Consistently complete projects on time or ahead of schedule
Able to design posters, draw cartoons and illustrations
Creatively express myself through music poetry or art
Use computers to create presentations
Confidently perform, act or dance to present artistic ideas
Perform competitively when necessary
Effectively and efficiently plan and arrange meetings and social functions
Able to help teach or explain things to others
Successfully plan activities and put them into action
Able to follow recipes to create meals and snacks
Work well with others under sometimes busy or stressful situations
Effectively operate a cash register, make change and balance the day’s receipts
Knowledgeable of health and safety regulations related to selling food to the public
Effectively manage store inventory
Communicate well with people of all ages
Follow directions and stick with tasks until they are finished
Work well with little or no supervision
Eager to take courses or additional training in order to develop new skills
Follow established workplace rules and guidelines
Learn quickly and have a good memory for details
Adapt well to changing requirements and information
Thorough and pay close attention to details
Demonstrated leadership ability
Take responsibility for my actions and solution oriented
Manage time well and can concentrate on multiple projects at once
Understand many different points of view and have excellent problem solving skills
Methodical and have strong organizational skills
Have a flair for design and fashion
Task-oriented and focused on completing projects well
Precise and analytical in dealing with problems
Manage money well and make a monthly budget
Able to check information for accuracy
Enjoy helping and caring for others
Successfully resolve conflicts and come up with new solutions to problems
SAMPLE STATEMENTS FOR RESUMES
SKILLS Continued…
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Skilled in operating the following tools and equipment: __________________________
Self-motivated and able to work with little direction
Familiar with operating a photocopier, fax machine and scanner
Type efficiently ( _ #__ wpm) and with accuracy
Demonstrate excellent customer service skills
Confidently install computer software and hardware
Proven ability to design and layout web pages using the following programs: _________
Work cooperatively with others in order to complete projects and accomplish goals
Valid Class 5 driver’s license and able to drive both automatic and manual transmission
Persevere on tedious and repetitive tasks
Excellent mathematical ability and problem solving skills
Work well in a fast paced environment
Valid Class 5 driver’s license and excellent driving record
Effectively listen to and resolve customer complaints
Healthy and capable of lifting heavy objects
Reliably follow rules, policies and procedures
Use cleaning chemicals safely
Follow safe food handling and sanitation procedures
Take accurate measurements
Interact well with others from diverse backgrounds
Creatively solve problems
Role model appropriate behaviour
Easily adapt to new situations
Listen to customer requests and respond appropriately
Flexible and open to the opinions and contributions of others
Can determine priorities and handle more than one task at a time
Display patience, care and understanding when working with children
Create a safe and fun environment for children
Effectively collect and organize information
Open and receptive to feedback, advice, questions, and directions
Able to use a cash register, debit and credit terminals
Demonstrate flexibility and the willingness to accommodate special requests
Demonstrate leadership ability and able to motivate others to accomplish goals
Able to plan and organize my work
Able to express ideas in a clear and concise manner verbally and in writing
Considerable experience caring for children of all ages
Proficient in the use of the following software programs: ________________________
React quickly and work well under pressure
Positive attitude and eager to take on new experiences
Honest, trustworthy and dependable
Available to work days, evenings and weekends
Able to speak, read and write in English and ___________________________________
Hardworking, responsible and reliable
Self-confident and enthusiastic
Patient, kind and understanding
Deal with people, problems and situations honestly
SAMPLE STATEMENTS FOR RESUMES
SKILLS Continued…
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Take pride in my work
Access to reliable transportation
Punctual and excellent attendance record
Show initiative by doing things without being asked
Friendly, outgoing and enjoy meeting and talking to new people
Motivated and goal oriented
Respectful towards others
Courteous and considerate
Take responsibility for my actions and learn from my mistakes
Motivated to do the best job I can on everything I do
Recognize and respect individual differences
Caring, sensitive and people oriented
Adaptable and able to maintain a flexible schedule
Willing to work long hours
Enjoy new challenges and willing to learn
Examples for “JOB DUTIES”:
(Use present tense if it is a job you have now or past tense if it was a job you had in the past)
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Keep (or Kept) work area clean and tidy
Serve(d) customers meals and snacks
Take (or Took) customer orders and prepare(d) meals and snacks
Receive(d) and prepare(d) food orders for customers
Operate(d) a cash register, debit and credit machine
Provide(d) customers with exact change
Handle(d) customer inquiries and complaints
Participate(d) in seasonal merchandise inventory control
Assist(ed) customers with refunds and/or exchanges
Perform(ed) a number of cleaning duties, including: mopping the floors, cleaning the
counters, dusting desks, washing dishes, cleaning windows, vacuuming floors, etc.
Responsible for supervising a number of children from the ages of ___ to ___
Plan(ned) activities for children to participate in
Follow(ed) through with bath and bedtime routine
Prepare(d) snacks for children
Wrote a __ (# of words)__ word report on ___(topic)_____________________________
Conducted a __(# of minutes)__ minute presentation on the topic of ________________
Clear(ed) and clean(ed) tables
Greet(ed) and seat(ed) customers
Conduct(ed) searches for information on the internet, in magazines, newspapers, etc.
Organize(d) games, activities and crafts
Answer(ed) and direct(ed) telephone calls or take (or took) messages
Type(d), fax(ed), or photocopy (or photocopied) memos, letters, and other documents
Teach (or Taught) ________________ how to use _____________________ effectively
Install(ed) __________________________ onto personal computers
Assist(ed) in the planning and organizing of games and activities
Responsible for opening and closing the store