Experience delivering customer service and administrative excellence, including clerical support and public interaction. Excels in calendar management, scheduling, data entry and database administration.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Trainer
Petco
02.2024 - Current
Recommend and sell appropriate dog training classes, training, and supplies to ensure pet parents and their dogs have the necessary resources for a successful dog training experience
Keep accurate records of training sessions, progress, and pet parents' feedback
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Provide an outstanding guest experience by actively engaging with guests in the recommendation and selection of merchandise and services in accordance with their identified needs
Generate future business through a deep understanding of the guest and their pet(s) and connection to our digital platforms
Demonstrate a high level of awareness and knowledge for the health, welfare, and proper handling of all animals
Perform related duties to support the Pet Care Center in achieving its performance goals
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to enhance the shopping experience for pet parents
Complete cash register transactions and support guests with their OMNI shopping experience as needed
Adhere to established operational guidelines, policies, and procedures
Promote a positive culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration
Complete other duties and special projects as assigned
Evaluate guest inquiries and refer to the Leader on Duty as needed
Utilize selling behaviors by providing an amazing guest experience within Pet Care Center Locations
Contribute to a safe environment through training programs to maintain safety protocols
Guest Experience Specialist
Petco
08.2022 - 02.2024
Interact professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all professional contacts with emphasis on company interests
Interest in animal welfare
Provide prompt and courteous service to all Petco guests by determining their needs and sharing product knowledge to suggest the appropriate merchandise to satisfy them, and by effectively employing suggestive selling techniques to increase individual sales
Perform all aspects of point-of-sale service - cash, credit and check sales, returns, and exchanges
Assist in stocking and facing merchandise according to established procedures
Complete cash register transactions as well as guest carry-out service consisting of merchandise weighing up to but not exceeding50 pounds per trip
Assist in the loading, unloading, and stocking of merchandise according to established procedures to ensure that the store is well stocked and that inventory counts are accurate
Ensure that store animals, birds, reptiles, and fish receive the highest quality care, are maintained in habitats that are clean, safe and secure, and that all reasonable and required steps are taken to maintain their good health
Alert store leaders immediately if any animal, reptile, bird, or fish is in need of medical attention or other special care
Perform routine housekeeping tasks as required to maintain the professional image and appearance of the store, including sweeping/mopping the floors, dusting, washing the windows, facing the merchandise on the shelves, restroom maintenance, etc
Assist store leadership in the opening/closing of the store as needed, including the accurate completion of required paperwork
Participate in the completion of quarterly and annual physical inventory counts
Adhere to and promote established safety and loss prevention procedures
Special projects as assigned
Starbucks Department Manager
United Supermarkets
06.2016 - 06.2018
Continue to perform all the above duties with the addition of:
Scheduling of department employees
Accurate completion of daily and weekly reporting
Ordering and receiving product and completing monthly inventories
Ensures that all sanitation and safety policies are being enforced
Monitor the preparation and presentation of all food and beverage served
Follow Starbucks training guidelines with all staff members at both the onboarding and on going developments stages of individual careers
Monitors all costs and maintains cost of sales, labor, operating and overhead expenses within budgeted guidelines
Responsible for achieving guest service goals
Maintain facilities and equipment in good condition
Supports and Manages the Starbucks Kiosk while working closely with the food services manager and other store departments
Ensures merchandise is managed in accordance with Starbucks company policies and management directives
Execute Starbucks promotions and standards
Communicates information to the Store Manager/Regional Manager so that the store team can respond as necessary to create a quality customer environment
Perform all other related duties, as assigned by store management
Partner with managers from other units to coordinates activities and participates in management team meetings
Directly supervise employees with responsibility for hiring, coaching, and performance management
Assistant Starbucks Department Manager
United Supermarkets
12.2015 - 06.2016
Promotes the culture, value, and missions of Starbucks
Work flexible hours that include early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and holidays
Perform many different tasks within the store during each shift
Maintains a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual, events to keep store operating to standard and to set a positive example for the shift team
Anticipates customer and store needs by constantly evaluating environment and customers for cues
Communicates information to manager so that the team can respond as necessary to create the Third Place environment during each shift
Assists with new partner training by positively reinforcing successful performance and giving respectful and encouraging coaching as needed
Creates a positive learning environment by providing clear, specific, timely and respectful coaching and feedback to partners on shift to ensure operational excellence and to improve partner performance
Delivers legendary customer service to all customers by acting with a customer comes first attitude and connecting with the customer
Develops positive relationships with shift team by understanding and addressing individual motivation, need and concerns
Executes store operations during scheduled shifts
Organizes opening and closing duties as assigned
Follows Starbucks operational policies and procedures, including those for cash handling and safety and security, to ensure the safety of all partners during each shift
Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
Provides quality beverages, whole bean, and food products consistently for all customers by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards
Follows health, safety and sanitation guidelines for all products
Nurture talent & lead a team: engage the hearts and minds of your team and develop their skills so that they realize their personal best, both as individuals and as thriving teams
Inspire others: become a dynamic brand ambassador dedicated to driving and achieving results through your team
Front End Lead/ Backup Bookkeeper
United Supermarkets
05.2015 - 12.2015
Perform a variety of production and retail duties, including but not limited to such tasks as customer service, cashier, sacker, guest services
Ensures sales floor functions run smoothly at all times without sacrificing customer service and efficiency
Supervises the work of department employees
Helps train and develop employees
Ensures each customer receives outstanding service by providing a friendly and clean environment, greeting and acknowledging every customer, and all other aspects of customer service
Collects cash, checks, charge payments, vouchers and makes change
Provides receipt to customer
Resolves minor personnel issues in professional, effective manner
Provides input to store manager regarding employee performance
Accurately performs all register procedures, including opening, closing and verifying start fund, counting down register, deposits, processing detail paperwork
Ensures register tills and deposits are properly secured
Signs credit slips
Performs cashier audits
Performs cash drops
Maintains area by cleaning glass cases, counters, straightening cash register area, and stocking area with supplies
Works a variety of schedules, including evenings and weekends
Consistently demonstrates and incorporates principals of safety, loss prevention and risk management for self and others into daily activities and ensures participation in safety programs
Attends required safety training and participates in safety drills and exercises
Ensures tools and equipment are in good working order at all times and uses equipment safely
Consistently maintains acceptable level of productivity
Requires punctual and regular attendance
Time away from work is approved and taken in accordance with established policies
Performs job duties in a prompt, thorough and acceptable manner
Performs duties in a manner that promotes team concept and reflects United’s mission and ethics
Works cooperatively with all employees, customers and other persons contacted during the course of performing duties
Shows respect and sensitivity for those with barriers to employment
Safeguards company property.
Reports any incident of theft, fraud, waste or unauthorized possession of company property
Performs other duties as assigned that would lead to successful operation of department, team and/or mission
Owner/Operator
Twilight Sweepstakes
11.2012 - 10.2014
Purchased2 locations from Mumen Resolutions Group and continued to operate them on a daily basis
General Manager
Mumen Resolutions Group
08.2012 - 11.2012
Oversaw all daily operations of3 store locations
Opened and closed the store, which included counting cash drawers and making bank deposits
Recruited, hired, developed and retained retail talent for the company
Offered direction and gave constructive feedback to motivate team members
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management
Process payroll and scheduling for all3 locations
Monitor sales and award percentages
Generate excel spreadsheets to streamline and monitor daily functions
Answered customers’ questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone
Educated customers on product and service offerings
Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the company brand
Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback
Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment
General computer troubleshooting
Managed correspondence with software company and vendors
Processed all transactions accurately and in a timely fashion
Cashier
Big G’s Grocery
08.2011 - 08.2012
Opened and closed the store, which included counting cash drawers
Answered customers’ questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone
Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback
Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs
Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire store
Educated customers on product and service offerings
Communicated information to customers about product quality and value
Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment
Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the company brand
Collaborated with customer service team members to give exceptional service throughout the entire shopping and purchasing experience
Kept the showroom clean and maintained neat, orderly product displays
Completed floor replenishment to guarantee availability and promote customer satisfaction
Communicated merchandise needs and issues to appropriate supervisors in a timely fashion
Communicated store policy violations to the leadership team in a timely manner
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management
Maintained organized stock shelves
Processed all sales transactions accurately and in a timely fashion
Unloaded trucks, stocked shelves and carried merchandise out on the floor
Marked clearance products with updated price tags
Cover for night manager as needed
Assist with manager duties as assigned
Manager
E-Z Mart Brownwood, Texas
01.2010 - 04.2011
Oversaw all daily operations of1 store locations
Manage employees and schedules
Daily computerized reporting to home office
Opened and closed the store, which included counting cash drawers and making bank deposits
Answered customers’ questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone
Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs
Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback
Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire store
Educated customers on product and service offerings
Communicated information to customers about product quality and value
Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment
Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the company brand
Kept the store clean and maintained neat, orderly product displays
Kept current on market and product trends to effectively answer customer questions
Completed floor replenishment to guarantee availability and promote customer satisfaction
Processed shipments and maintained organized stock shelves
Communicated merchandise needs and issues to appropriate supervisors in a timely fashion
Unloaded trucks, stocked shelves and carried merchandise out on the floor
Communicated store policy violations to the leadership team in a timely manner
Offered direction and gave constructive feedback to motivate team members to provide excellent customer service
Held each team member accountable for achieving performance goals
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management
Recruited, hired, developed and retained retail talent for the company
Processed all sales transactions accurately and in a timely fashion
Marked clearance products with updated price tags
Maintained good working relationships with company vendors
Office Manager
Brownwood Muffler & Automotive
01.2009 - 10.2009
Opened and closed the store, which included counting cash drawers and making bank deposits
Answered customers’ questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone
Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback
Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously
Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the company brand
Kept the waiting room clean and maintained
Communicated merchandise needs and issues to appropriate supervisors in a timely fashion
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management
Processed shipments
Processed all sales transactions accurately and in a timely fashion
Informed customers about all product lines and services offered by the company
Accounts receivable
Reconcile accounts payable with daily invoices
Filing
Daily computerized reports
Additional duties as assigned
Administrative / Grooming Assistant
Stay-at-Home Grooming
08.2008 - 11.2008
Manage Groomers
Client Scheduling
Maintain client records
Bookkeeping
Answered customers’ questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone
Helped customers select products that best fit their pet's needs
Educated customers on product and services
Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the company brand
Consulted with customers on the latest styles and trends
Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback
Collaborated with customer service team members to give exceptional service throughout the entire experience
Offered direction and gave constructive feedback to motivate team members
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management
Directed strategic and brand-appropriate marketing initiatives to improve presentation and maximize sales
Processed all sales transactions accurately and in a timely fashion
Assist with grooming and bathing as needed
Registrar
The Academy Of Professional Careers
01.2000 - 01.2004
Perform duties for three school campuses
Balanced the needs of multiple students simultaneously in a fast-paced educational environment
Academic transcript processing for past, present, and future students
Student record accuracy for past, present, and future students
Perform Orientations for new students
Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the school
Built student confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback
Assist Instructors in record keeping
Weekly and Monthly report completion
Issue books and supplies to students
Answered questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone for past, present, and future students
Customer service for various Governmental agencies
Communicated student needs and issues to appropriate supervisors in a timely fashion
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management
Collaborated with customer service team members to give exceptional service throughout the entire educational experience
Attended weekly team meetings to voice concerns and offer constructive feedback to others
Processed shipments and maintained organized inventory of books and supplies
Processed all transactions accurately and in a timely fashion
Additional duties as assigned
Admissions Representative
The Academy Of Professional Careers
01.2000 - 01.2004
Educated potential students on product and service offerings, helping potential students select courses that best fit their personal needs
Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the school
Collaborated with customer service team members to give exceptional service throughout the entire course selection experience
Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback
Communicated information to potential students about course quality and value of continuing education
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management
Processed all sales transactions accurately and in a timely fashion
Attended weekly team meetings to voice concerns and offer constructive feedback to others
Meet monthly sales goals
Track weekly activity
Submit weekly reports
Set and Confirm appointments with potential students
Follow up with new and potential students
Walk new and potential students through enrollment process
Data entry
Administrative Assistant to Massage Program Coordinator
The Academy Of Professional Careers
12.1999 - 01.2004
Opened and closed the student massage clinic, which included counting cash drawers and making bank deposits
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management
Attended weekly team meetings to voice concerns and offer constructive feedback to others
Sign-in new students and issue supplies at beginning of each module
Schedule student clinic shifts
Manage Clinic Supervisors schedules
Offered direction and gave constructive feedback to motivate clinic supervisors
Collaborated with clinic supervisors and instructors to give exceptional service throughout the entire educational experience
Monitor student clinic hours via timecards
Conduct monthly inventory, process shipments, and maintain organized student and instructor supplies
Summarize course evaluations
Prepare copies of syllabi & handouts for upcoming courses
Perform Orientations for new students when necessary
Answer phones
Assist in all paperwork flow & prepare payroll
Process all transactions accurately and in a timely fashion
Route pertinent information to and from students
Assist students in scheduling make-up hours for classes missed
Achieve harmonious relationships with students and instructors
Answered student and instructor questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone
Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the school
Built student confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback
Communicated student and instructor needs and issues to appropriate supervisors in a timely fashion
Balanced the needs of multiple students and instructors simultaneously in a fast-paced educational environment
Data entry
Perform above duties for both San Diego and San Marcos Campuses
Cover clinic desk when necessary
Perform additional duties as assigned
Positions with Academy of Professional Careers required an outstanding ability to uphold federal, as well as state, privacy laws and regulations regarding student and instructor confidentiality
Education
Chairside Dental Assisting
Concorde Career College
San Diego, CA
01-1997
General Education
Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CA
Health Services Coordination
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Design: Photography
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2026
Skills
Customer service
Data entry
Computer skills
Office administration
Critical thinking
Strong problem solver
Microsoft Office Suite
Dedicated team player
Scheduling and calendar management
Meticulous attention to detail
Professional and mature
Verbal communication
Timeline
Dog Trainer
Petco
02.2024 - Current
Guest Experience Specialist
Petco
08.2022 - 02.2024
Starbucks Department Manager
United Supermarkets
06.2016 - 06.2018
Assistant Starbucks Department Manager
United Supermarkets
12.2015 - 06.2016
Front End Lead/ Backup Bookkeeper
United Supermarkets
05.2015 - 12.2015
Owner/Operator
Twilight Sweepstakes
11.2012 - 10.2014
General Manager
Mumen Resolutions Group
08.2012 - 11.2012
Cashier
Big G’s Grocery
08.2011 - 08.2012
Manager
E-Z Mart Brownwood, Texas
01.2010 - 04.2011
Office Manager
Brownwood Muffler & Automotive
01.2009 - 10.2009
Administrative / Grooming Assistant
Stay-at-Home Grooming
08.2008 - 11.2008
Registrar
The Academy Of Professional Careers
01.2000 - 01.2004
Admissions Representative
The Academy Of Professional Careers
01.2000 - 01.2004
Administrative Assistant to Massage Program Coordinator
The Academy Of Professional Careers
12.1999 - 01.2004
Chairside Dental Assisting
Concorde Career College
General Education
Cuyamaca College
Health Services Coordination
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Design: Photography
Liberty University
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