Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Hobbies and Interests
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Alyssa Morrow

Carlsbad,NM

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

1st Assistant Manager

Cato Fashions
08.2023 - Current
    • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
    • Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
    • Enhanced visual merchandising displays to entice customer interest and increase sales revenue.
    • Increased employee performance and job satisfaction to strengthen retention and engagement.
    • Managed daily operations for efficient store performance, streamlining processes to enhance productivity.
    • Trained new hires on company policies, procedures, and systems, ensuring smooth onboarding process for all team members.
    • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
    • Oversaw financial transactions such as cash handling, deposits, and budgeting for accurate record keeping.
    • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
    • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
    • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
    • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
    • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
    • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.

Retail Sales Associate Cashier

Cato Fashion
10.2021 - 11.2021
  • Engaged customers and interacted positively to create world-class experiences
  • Promoted special program offerings such as loyalty enrollments and credit card applications
  • Followed cash protection and fraud prevention strategies consistently to minimize store losses
  • Checked aisles regularly to find and correct problems such as spills and disorganized displays
  • Maintained revenue by attracting customers with attractive sales displays
  • Completed multiple resets per day to keep merchandise well-organized and presentable
  • Completed opening and closing duties, including counting money, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits
  • Calculated sales prices and total purchases, and processed cash or credit transactions.

Front Desk Associate

Econolodge
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Collected credit card information for transactions and posted charges for customers
  • Managed guest reservations and room assignments
  • Reviewed accounts and charges with guests at checkout
  • Coordinated with housekeeping or maintenance departments to help resolve room problems
  • Made and confirmed reservations for guests staying at property and for off-site services such as dinners and entertainment
  • Organized efficient turnover of vacated rooms with housekeeping staff to consistently meet check-in times for new guests.

Pizza Maker/Cashier

Papa Johns
03.2021 - 06.2021
  • Customized pizza with sauce and cheese variations and assortment of toppings to meet customer specifications
  • Processed incoming customer orders with POS display to build accurate pies
  • Adhered to safe storage procedures for full protection from food-borne illnesses and spoilage
  • Followed portion control charts and recipe cards to produce quality pizzas in line with cost management standards
  • Completed side work, open tasks, and closing requirements each day to keep restaurant clean
  • Used correct baking times and procedures to create tasty pizzas and keep customers coming back for more
  • Entered customer orders into system and processed payments to complete transactions
  • Cooked exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously
  • Increased sales of target items by employing excellent upselling and communication skills
  • Processed customer transactions of goods, returning appropriate cash or coin, payment cards, and receipts
  • Engaged with patrons through smiles and greetings, offering product information, and providing selling suggestions
  • Delivered quality customer service and helped staff serve customers and provide good shopping experience.

Store Associate

Pac N Mail
09.2009 - 01.2020
  • Monitored entrance and greeted customers to remain alert and engaged
  • Maintained inviting store appearance and assisted with store merchandising to deliver positive shopping experience for guests
  • Processed retail sales in point-of-sale system and accurately handled monetary transactions
  • Learned key information regarding stock and products to answer guests' questions and assist other team members
  • Served customers attentively and introduced products and services according to needs
  • Quickly connected with each customer to offer assistance and promote products
  • Helped customers find desired items and sizes by closely supporting each person throughout buying process
  • Completed opening and closing duties, including counting money, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits
  • Calculated sales prices and total purchases, and processed cash or credit transactions.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Education

NMSU
Carlsbad, NM
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Jefferson Montessori Academy
Carlsbad, NM
05.2021

Skills

  • Cash handling
  • Cash register operation
  • Retail operations
  • Customer service excellence
  • Merchandise restocking
  • Schedule Management
  • Task Delegation
  • Staff Management
  • Retail Operations Management
  • Problem Resolution
  • Computer Skills
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Customer Relationship Management

References

  • Debbie Jensen, Warehouse Manager/Family Friend, (505) 307-3591
  • Shawna Frederick, Family Friend/Math Teacher, (575)626-3747
  • Judi Cox, College Advisor, (575) 499-4028
  • Hayley Coburn, Store Manager, (575) 495-5317

Hobbies and Interests

  • Dance
  • Church
  • Science Club & Science Fair (Regional and State Level)

Timeline

1st Assistant Manager

Cato Fashions
08.2023 - Current

Retail Sales Associate Cashier

Cato Fashion
10.2021 - 11.2021

Front Desk Associate

Econolodge
07.2021 - 09.2021

Pizza Maker/Cashier

Papa Johns
03.2021 - 06.2021

Store Associate

Pac N Mail
09.2009 - 01.2020

Associate of Arts - General Education

NMSU

High School Diploma -

Jefferson Montessori Academy
Alyssa Morrow