Alexa Kozel
Boise,ID
Summary
I am a dedicated person with a strong work ethic, and I have shown that I have the ability to meet deadlines. I am experienced in maintaining a positive attitude and fostering collaborative relationships in the workplace. I demonstrate resilience by learning from mistakes, and thriving under pressure. I am currently pursuing a B.S. At the University of Idaho, with plans to advance to an M.S.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Spence Hardware & Supply
Moscow, Idaho
06.2025 - Current
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently at busy retail location.
- Maintained clean and organized checkout area for optimal customer experience.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided recommendations for purchases.
- Handled cash, credit, and digital payments while ensuring secure transactions.
- Collaborated with team members to manage high-volume sales during peak hours.
- Scanned items quickly and verified prices to expedite checkout process.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
Nutrition Service Aide
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Boise, Idaho
05.2020 - 07.2024
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines and safety standards.
- Assisted in cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment and dining areas.
- Organized food storage areas to ensure proper inventory management.
- Collaborated with team members to set up dining rooms for service.
- Followed health regulations during food handling and preparation tasks.
- Responded promptly to patient inquiries or complaints.
- Ensured compliance with sanitation regulations when handling food, utensils, and equipment.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans, utensils, work areas and other kitchen equipment after each shift.
- Prepared special diets according to physician orders.
- Delivered meals to patients in accordance with established guidelines.
- Assembled prepared food on trays for patients with regular and modified diets.
- Set up dining area before meal service begins.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food And Nutrition
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID05-2027
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Meridian Idaho05-2023
Skills
- Food safety regulations
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Meal preparation
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Receipt handling
- Regulatory compliance
- Cash register operation
- Cash register systems
- Payment processing
- Scanner operations
- Point-of-sale system
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Work ethic and integrity
- Cash management
- Product restocking
- Money handling
Affiliations
I love doing anything artsy! It puts a pause on life and lets me sit with my thoughts while I draw, paint, color, or write sometimes.
Accomplishments
- When working at my first job, I was employee of the month in April of 2024 for my hard work and dedication. It was given to me by the CEO of our company, and it made me feel very good about myself, motivating me to work even harder.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cashier
Spence Hardware & Supply
06.2025 - Current
Nutrition Service Aide
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2020 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Food And Nutrition
University of Idaho
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School