Alex Chumenti
Staten Island,NY
Summary
- While working in retail for five years I have learned to always be aware of my surroundings. Staying focused and making the parents and children leave happy is the number one priority.
- I am a recently graduated college student looking to pursue a job career in substituting until I receive my Master's Degree to then become a full time teacher.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
LEGO Brand Retail
Staten Island, NY
10.2018 - Current
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
Student Observer
College of Staten Island, City University of New York
Staten Island, NY
03.2023 - 05.2023
- I went to The College of Staten Island for a Bachelor's in History with the intention of becoming a teacher for grades 7-12. During my time at CSI, I took two education classes (EDS 201, 202). I observed as a student at Susan Wagner High School from March to May.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Staten Island, NY05-2024
Diploma For 3-D Animation - 3-D Animation
New York Film Academy, New York
New York, NY09-2019
High School Diploma -
Moore Catholic High School
Staten Island, NY06-2018
Skills
- People Skills Interacting with not just adults, but with children as well
- Sometimes my store will have mini-builds where we set up tables and help them build tiny LEGO sets to take home This not only allows children to make friends, but also develops their learning skills along the way
- Diffusing situations with people whether it would be an upset adult or child
- Time Management
- Verbal/written communication
- Positive and professional
- Product Recommendations
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible Schedule
Affiliations
- My personal skills outside of my job and education are music. I have played the drums since 2019. I have played the Bass guitar since 2022. I also play a little guitar and bongos.
Timeline
Student Observer
College of Staten Island, City University of New York
03.2023 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
LEGO Brand Retail
10.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Diploma For 3-D Animation - 3-D Animation
New York Film Academy, New York
High School Diploma -
Moore Catholic High School