Abigail VanMeurs
Detroit,MI
Summary
Agile and adaptable staff leader with stellar work history, motivational approach and upbeat nature. Skilled at training employees and leveraging organized approaches to handle daily planning and customer service requirements. Forward-thinking and industrious with diplomatic communication style focused on maximizing engagement and satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Keyholder
Schuil Coffee Company LLC
01.2023 - Current
- Resolved customer issues professionally while maintaining composure under high-pressure situations.
- Helped design and curate specialty menus to increase customer engagement
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and promote long-term loyalty for increased sales.
- Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.
- Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
- Assisted with staff training initiatives, ensuring new hires were well-equipped for success in their roles.
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of customer needs and preferences.
- Preformed repairs and preventive maintenance on in house and customer equipment.
Photographer
Freelance
08.2022 - Current
- Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast and light range.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
Painter
Floor Care Concepts
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Improved customer relations through strong communication skills and attention to detail in all projects.
- Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by removing old paint and sealant.
- Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
- Preformed regular checks and preventative maintenance on work issued vehicle.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
- Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
- Streamlined the painting process with efficient use of tools and equipment, reducing project costs.
Staff Member
Breakroom Therapy
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Increased employee productivity by implementing efficient work processes and time management strategies.
- Provided through instructions to customers to ensure their safety.
- Maintained a clean and sanitized work environment.
Barista
Starbucks, Spartan Nash
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
- Learned special recipe items and seasonal offerings to best meet customer needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote a fun, positive environment.
Office Assistant
Northern Michigan University
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Acted as a liaison between departments to facilitate the flow of information leading to improved interdepartmental collaboration.
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
Education
No Degree - History
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MISkills
- Inventory Monitoring
- Merchandise Promotion and Display
- Store maintenance
- Staff Training
- Team Player
- Cash Handling
- Multitasking and Prioritizing
Additional Information
Successfully created and ran a club on my university's campus, where I was responsible for the safety of both my club members and dogs.
Timeline
Keyholder
Schuil Coffee Company LLC
01.2023 - Current
Photographer
Freelance
08.2022 - Current
Staff Member
Breakroom Therapy
09.2021 - 05.2022
Barista
Starbucks, Spartan Nash
09.2021 - 04.2022
Office Assistant
Northern Michigan University
08.2020 - 05.2021
Painter
Floor Care Concepts
12.2019 - 08.2022
No Degree - History
Northern Michigan University
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