Alexander Kahan
Phoenixville,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in customer service and cash handling. Proven ability to manage inventory effectively and ensure compliance with liquor laws, contributing to a safe and enjoyable shopping environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time Liquor Store Clerk
Fine Wine and Good Spirits Store
Phoenixville, PA
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided detailed product knowledge.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring product availability and minimizing stock discrepancies.
- Operated point-of-sale system efficiently to process transactions and handle cash accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of sales floor to enhance customer shopping experience.e
- Denied alcoholic sales to intoxicated customers and contacted management immediately when issues escalated.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily tasks efficiently, contributing to a positive work environment.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Received payments by cash, credit, and personal check and remitted correct change.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Liquor Store Clerk 1
Fine Wine and Good Spirits Store
Malvern, PA
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Operated cash register efficiently, handling transactions and balancing drawers daily.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and organization of merchandise displays.
- Ensured compliance with state liquor laws and store policies during sales transactions.
- Received payments by cash, credit, and personal check and remitted correct change.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service during checkout transactions.
- Contributed to increased sales by offering product recommendations based on customer preferences and needs.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Center Store Replacement
Giant Food Stores
Phoenixville, PA
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Butcher Assistant
Foresta’s County Meat Market
Phoenixville, PA
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted in preparing and packaging various meat products for retail display.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and tools.
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols for handling meat products.
- Ensured accuracy in weighing, pricing, and labeling meat products for sale on the shop floor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Great Valley High School
Malvern, PASkills
- Customer service
- Cleanliness and organization
- Customer assistance
- Multitasking
- Effective communication
- Heavy lifting
- Stocking and replenishing
- Cash management
- Cash handling proficiency
- POS system operation
- ID verification
- Liquor law compliance
- Credit and cash transactions
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Reliable and responsible
- Micro and Macro Electronics
- Construction
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Interests
- Electronics and Circuit Building
- Designing and Printing 3D Models
- Woodworking
- Animal Welfare Advocacy
- Drawing and Painting
- Photography
- Train Travel
- I like looking at the stars and learning about constellations
- Auto Repair/Restoration
- Coding and Programming
- Video Gaming
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Hiking
- Reading
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
Timeline
Part-time Liquor Store Clerk
Fine Wine and Good Spirits Store
05.2025 - Current
Liquor Store Clerk 1
Fine Wine and Good Spirits Store
05.2023 - 07.2024
Center Store Replacement
Giant Food Stores
12.2021 - 10.2022
Butcher Assistant
Foresta’s County Meat Market
05.2021 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Great Valley High School