Reliable Sales Associate with strengths in inventory management, training and customer service. Friendly, knowledgeable and hard-working team player. Proven success in satisfying sales objectives and securing repeat patronage.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
Panama City Beach, FL
04.2023 - Current
Recommended, selected and located merchandise/memberships based on customer desires.
Adhered to company initiatives and achieved established memberships and giftcard goals.
Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
used computer skills to assist with customer accounts changes and making appointments
Assistant Wedding Coordinator
Gulf Coast Wedding and Event Rentals
Panama City, FL
05.2021 - 01.2024
Assisted with wedding preparation and coordination, including budget management and timeline organization.
Managed payments from clients, tracked expenses associated with each event, and created reports as needed.
Assisted with setup and breakdown of ceremony and reception sites on the day of the wedding.
Remained up-to-date on current trends in weddings, such as color schemes and decorating ideas, so as to provide relevant advice when requested.
Ensured all rental equipment was returned on time following completion of events.
Server
Tavern at Mall of Georgia
Buford, GA
04.2022 - 03.2023
Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
Server
Privacy
Lawrenceville, GA
05.2020 - 04.2022
Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
Wearhouse Associate
Amazon associate
Duluth, GA
12.2020 - 02.2021
Inspected returned merchandise for damage or defect before restocking shelves or returning it back to suppliers and vendors.
Packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for loading and shipment to customers.
Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
Checked all outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy prior to dispatch.
Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
Zipline Attendant
Margaritaville
Gainesville, GA
05.2020 - 07.2020
Made sure the customers are strapped in properly to ride the zip line
Remained up to date on emergency practices and procedures to guide patrons to safety if necessary.
Monitored premises for potential risks and took appropriate action to keep patrons safe.
Participated in ongoing training to enhance job skills and knowledge.
Reported incidents of damage or loss to supervisor for immediate remediation.
Host/To Go Specialist
Wild Wing Cafe
Gainesville, GA
02.2020 - 03.2020
Take customer's food orders in person or over the phone
Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.
Greeted customers in a friendly manner and took orders for to-go items.
Packaged and bagged cooked food and prepared items.
Server
Margaritas Restaurant
Auburn, GA
08.2019 - 12.2019
Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
Host/To Go Specialist
Wild Wing Café
Gainesville, GA
08.2018 - 12.2019
Take customer's food orders in person or over the phone
Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.
Greeted customers in a friendly manner and took orders for to-go items.
Packaged and bagged cooked food and prepared items.
Host/ Togo Specialist
Wild Wing Café
Lawrenceville, GA
01.2016 - 07.2018
Take customer's food orders in person or over the phone
Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.
Greeted customers in a friendly manner and took orders for to-go items.
Packaged and bagged cooked food and prepared items.
Life Guard
Gwinnet County Recreation
Grayson, GA
04.2014 - 09.2015
Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
Maintained accurate records of incident reports, pool chemicals, and patron counts.
Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
Logged chemical readings to keep pool water at safe levels and avoid potential illness among patrons.
Observed sections of assigned water zone of responsibility.
Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of pool equipment.
Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
Adhered strictly to emergency action plans.
Education
College student in Studio Art - Art
University of North Georgia
Gainesville, GA
01.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA
Skills
Sales Development
Product Sales
Guest Relations
Cash Handling
Excellent Communication Skills
POS System Operation
Sales Goals Attainment
Conflict Resolution
Positive and Professional
Time Management
Exceptional Customer Service
Policy and Procedure Adherence
Product Promotions
Reliable and Punctual
Stocking and Receiving
Problem-Solving Skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Associate
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
04.2023 - Current
Server
Tavern at Mall of Georgia
04.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Wedding Coordinator
Gulf Coast Wedding and Event Rentals
05.2021 - 01.2024
Wearhouse Associate
Amazon associate
12.2020 - 02.2021
Server
Privacy
05.2020 - 04.2022
Zipline Attendant
Margaritaville
05.2020 - 07.2020
Host/To Go Specialist
Wild Wing Cafe
02.2020 - 03.2020
Server
Margaritas Restaurant
08.2019 - 12.2019
Host/To Go Specialist
Wild Wing Café
08.2018 - 12.2019
Host/ Togo Specialist
Wild Wing Café
01.2016 - 07.2018
Life Guard
Gwinnet County Recreation
04.2014 - 09.2015
College student in Studio Art - Art
University of North Georgia
Some College (No Degree) - Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Georgia State University
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration