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Amanda Tafaro

Toms River,NJ

Summary

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Custodian Supervisor

LA Fitness
Toms River
11.2019 - Current


  • Assigned job duties and monitored performance against objectives.
  • Coordinated daily workflow through task prioritization and concise scheduling.
  • Evaluated employee performance and recommended promotions, transfers and dismissals.
  • Selected most suitable cleaning materials for different types of linens, furniture, flooring and surfaces.
  • Implemented new cleaning processes and team strategies to reduce necessary man-hours by Number hours per week.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Cleaned, stocked and sanitized restrooms and inspected Timeframe to deliver guests immaculate, safe environments that reflected well on employer.
  • Projected friendly and positive image in interaction with employees and guests and built trusting and supportive relationships with other team members.
  • Maintained cleaning equipment, performed minor repairs and communicated with management regarding specific needs for new equipment.
  • Upgraded janitorial services at facilities as evidenced by frequent comments about unprecedented cleanliness and sanitation.
  • Trained and coached new team members in steam cleaning carpets and upholstery.
  • Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
  • Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
  • Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
  • Worked alongside other cleaners to complete jobs in corporate office buildings.
  • Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
  • Ordered and stocked cleaning supplies based on current workload and upcoming jobs.

Manager's Assistant

9 South Vapes
Toms River, NJ
08.2018 - 10.2019


  • Ran errands to support daily needs of management.
  • Responded to and directed incoming calls and other communication.
  • Resolved basic computer and office equipment issues through troubleshooting.
  • Communicated with and interfaced with business owners and community as confidential liaison.
  • Trained team members on cash register operation and cash handling.
  • Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
  • Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
  • Operated POS cash register and equipment to collect payments.
  • Led opening and closing procedures and conducted cashier drops, cash control, and vault monitoring.
  • Controlled merchandise zoning and monitored compliance with merchandising guidelines.
  • Performed store opening, closing and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Received and processed customer payments.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Processed checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
  • Increased customer loyalty and retention.
  • Displayed new stock and rotated existing products.
  • Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.

Deli Clerk/Cook Shoprite

ShopRite
Toms River, NJ
07.2017 - 12.2018


  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
  • Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Promoted new or high-value food items by creating attractive displays in cases and other customer-facing areas.
  • Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments and garnishes.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Offered product samples to customers, generating additional sales through taste-testing.
  • Created appealing food arrangements for party trays and specialized orders.
  • Planned work for deli team to optimize coverage for busy periods.
  • Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
  • Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
  • Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
  • Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
  • Cooked batches of food according to standard recipes.
  • Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock and discarded outdated or spoiled items.
  • Replenished serving stations with fresh food and cleaned up spills.
  • Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting and measuring.
  • Filled out daily shift log to record amount of food prepared, used and leftover.
  • Loaded dishwasher with china and thoroughly hand-washed dishes, pans and utensils to tidy up serving line.

Barber Apprentice

Elliott’s Barber Shop
Lakewood, NJ
05.2016 - 11.2018


  • Used clips and shears to complete various types of fades, shaves and cuts.
  • Styled hair according to customer preferences.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls and scheduled appointments for clients.
  • Consulted with clients to assess personal style preferences and unique needs.
  • Managed business customer service, responding to requests and concerns promptly.
  • Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
  • Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
  • Shampooed, conditioned and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.

Education

License - Cosmetology

Ocean County Vocational-Technical School
Toms River, NJ
06.2008

Diploma -

Toms River High School South
Toms River, NJ
06.2008

Skills

  • Cash Handling
  • Customer Service Skills
  • Inventory
  • Management
  • Sales
  • Team Building
  • Training
  • Assessments
  • General Management Skills

References

Tori Berntsen

732-552-9794

Years Known - 5


Mike Sagos

908-601-6400

Years Known - 3


Cory Hogan

848-261-9668

Years Known - 10


Timeline

Custodian Supervisor

LA Fitness
11.2019 - Current

Manager's Assistant

9 South Vapes
08.2018 - 10.2019

Deli Clerk/Cook Shoprite

ShopRite
07.2017 - 12.2018

Barber Apprentice

Elliott’s Barber Shop
05.2016 - 11.2018

License - Cosmetology

Ocean County Vocational-Technical School

Diploma -

Toms River High School South

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