Amanda Gregory
Duncan,SC
Summary
Knowledgeable Financial Aid Advisor familiar with different programs and related regulatory limitations. Highly organized and proactive with a strong work ethic and understanding of documentation requirements and processes. Looking for a dynamic role in a fast-paced environment. Skilled administrative team member with excellent customer relations, problem-solving and communication skills. Proficient in financial aid processes and bringing many years of related experience.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Aid Coordinator
Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology
Spartanburg, SC
03.2021 - Current
- Resolved discrepancies between reported income and expenses on student applications for aid.
- Reviewed applications for accuracy and completeness prior to awarding funds or making adjustments.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from students regarding their individual accounts.
- Developed loan contracts and explained contract terms to clients.
- Advised students on available loan programs and helped them complete required paperwork.
Cafeteria Manager District 5
Chartwells Compass Group
Spartanburg, Sou
03.2013 - 03.2021
- Inspected facilities regularly to maintain cleanliness, sanitation and orderliness in the cafeteria.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training new personnel for the cafeteria staff.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Developed and implemented policies to ensure cost-effective operation of cafeteria.
- Administered food planning, purchasing, preparation, and service for organization and carefully adhered to health standards in dining area and kitchen.
Assistant Manager
Great Clips Hair Salon
Greer, SC
01.2010 - 03.2013
- Maintained accurate financial records of all salon transactions.
- Conducted regular meetings to brief employees about salon's success and announce sales goals.
- Trained and supervised staff on proper customer service techniques and product knowledge.
- Worked with diverse customers to provide satisfactory cuts and styles appropriate to individual ages, tastes and style preferences.
- Met and exceeded personal sales targets by applying excellent upselling skills and product knowledge to match each customer with optimal selections.
Front End Supervisor
Lowes Home Improvment
Greer, SC
02.2007 - 01.2010
- Organized and updated schedules to optimize coverage for expected customer demands.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within the department and developed solutions accordingly.
- Counted and balanced registers.
- Established key performance indicators for front end personnel and monitored progress against them regularly.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow between receiving goods, stocking shelves, check out process.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Byrnes High School
Duncan, SC05-1999
Skills
- Student support
- Eligibility verification
- Application processes
- Clerical skills
- Microsoft office
- Client Relations
- Software utilization
- File monitoring
Timeline
Financial Aid Coordinator
Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology
03.2021 - Current
Cafeteria Manager District 5
Chartwells Compass Group
03.2013 - 03.2021
Assistant Manager
Great Clips Hair Salon
01.2010 - 03.2013
Front End Supervisor
Lowes Home Improvment
02.2007 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Byrnes High School
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