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Alia Kramer

Summary

Motivated server with an engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server

The Basin Cafe
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Handled the drawer opening and closing shifts
  • Unload/ stock twice weekly deliveries
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Contributed to inventory management by monitoring stock levels and notifying management when supplies were low.
  • Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.

Cashier

Bexley Natural Market (co-op)
Current - 12.2021
  • Efficiently ringing up customers
  • Signing up new members (a community owned cooperative/ members become co owners of the store and receive benefits for their membership)
  • Filling out paperwork and imputing it into the computer system
  • Restocking grocery items
  • Answering phone calls and directing them to the appropriate person(s)
  • Receiving shipments.

Food Prep and Cashier

Chipotle
10.2012 - 12.2013
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Morning food prep

Grocery Stock Clerk and Cashier

Kimberton Whole Foods 2140 Kimberton Rd, Phoenixville, PA 19460
  • Refilled and rotated items on shelves to maintain well-stocked inventory
  • Followed proper standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, refrigeration and sanitation
  • Developed knowledge about products and sales items to answer shoppers' questions
  • Offered product samples, answered questions and helped customers find items.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt assistance, answering questions, and locating items as needed.
  • Facilitated efficient unloading of shipments, verifying accuracy before stocking shelves accordingly.

Cashier

Alameda Natural Grocery Alameda, CA
10.2018 - 09.2019
  • Politely and efficiently ring up customers
  • Opening and closing shift drawer count in/out
  • Tasks throughout the day: facing, restocking front end materials, collecting carts/baskets
  • Check in with customers regularly to make sure they are finding what the need with ease.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.

Floor Lead

Half Dome gift shop Yosemite, CA
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Cash handling
  • Helped plan daily breaks for staff
  • Rung up customers from all over the world!
  • Checked in products when arrived at the store
  • Restocked clothing and grocery merchandise.
  • Enhanced team morale and productivity through regular feedback, recognition, and team-building activities.
  • Provided support during peak periods, stepping in as needed to assist with various tasks such as cashiering or stocking shelves.

Organic farmer/ Work Trade

Kolea Farms Pupukea, HI
01.2018 - 04.2018
  • Helped start up a weekly stand for customers to come purchase local organic produce
  • Harvested fruits and vegetables for local restaurants on the island.

Licensed Massage Therapist

ACAC 1130 McDermott Dr. West Chester, PA 19320
02.2013 - 06.2016
  • Disgusted with patients about general wellness, posture, nutrition, sleeping habits and stress management
  • Maintained detailed and accurate case histories/notes of patients (soap notes)
  • Adjusted and modified courses of treatment when needed
  • Improved overall wellness for clients by performing various massage techniques, including deep tissue, myofascial release, and hot stone massages.
  • Promoted relaxation and stress relief with soothing aromatherapy treatments and calming environments.
  • Increased client retention by establishing strong rapport through attentive listening and empathetic communication.
  • Performed thorough consultations before each session to determine clients'' goals for treatment while also identifying potential contraindications or precautions needed during the massage process itself.

Server

Paradise Food Cafe
08.2016 - 10.2017

This job it was a hybrid position. Everyday was a little different but daily tasks consisted of:

  • Prep work in the kitchen
  • I would open and close the restaurant each shift
  • Balanced the cash drawer
  • In the kitchen, I would help make some of the sandwiches and more basic food items on the menu
  • Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
  • Promptly bring out any to go orders for customers

Education

Massage Therapy

Cortiva Institute - Pennsylvania School of Muscle Therapy
King Of Prussia, PA
06.2013

High School Diploma -

Coatesville Area High School
Coatesville, PA
01.2011

Skills

  • Ambitious
  • Eager to learn
  • Compassionate
  • Works well with others
  • Positive attitude
  • Adaptable
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Attention to Detail
  • Interpersonal Skills!!

Certification

  • Licensed Massage Therapist
  • CPR Certified

Timeline

Cashier

Bexley Natural Market (co-op)
Current - 12.2021

Server

The Basin Cafe
06.2023 - 11.2023

Floor Lead

Half Dome gift shop Yosemite, CA
05.2019 - 08.2019

Cashier

Alameda Natural Grocery Alameda, CA
10.2018 - 09.2019

Organic farmer/ Work Trade

Kolea Farms Pupukea, HI
01.2018 - 04.2018

Server

Paradise Food Cafe
08.2016 - 10.2017

Licensed Massage Therapist

ACAC 1130 McDermott Dr. West Chester, PA 19320
02.2013 - 06.2016

Food Prep and Cashier

Chipotle
10.2012 - 12.2013

Grocery Stock Clerk and Cashier

Kimberton Whole Foods 2140 Kimberton Rd, Phoenixville, PA 19460

Massage Therapy

Cortiva Institute - Pennsylvania School of Muscle Therapy

High School Diploma -

Coatesville Area High School
Alia Kramer